Boosting functional properties of active-CMC films reinforced with agricultural residues-derived cellulose nanofibres
Esther Rincón, Jorge de Haro Niza, Ramón Morcillo‐Martín, Eduardo Espinosa, Alejandro Rodríguez
Abstract
(L)CNF from horticultural residues or vine shoots improve the structural integrity of CMC films for food packaging. Gallic acid incorporation allows obtaining active films with enhanced UV-light barrier, high antioxidant and antimicrobial capacities.
Topics & Concepts
Ultimate tensile strengthCelluloseMaterials scienceGallic acidChemical engineeringFood packagingComposite materialChemistryOrganic chemistryAntioxidantFood scienceEngineeringbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesNanocomposite Films for Food PackagingAdvanced Cellulose Research Studies