Biodegradable Films: Sustainable Solutions for Food Packaging Applications

Year 2024, Volume: 3 Issue: 2, 65 - 78

Abdul Mueez Ahmad , Hassan Mehmood Sipra , Hafsa Hafsa

https://doi.org/10.70395/cunas.1566145

Abstract

The increasing environmental implications of conventional plastic packaging has led to a raising interest in bio-degradable packaging materials as sustainable alternatives. Biodegradable materials, derived from sustainable resources such as plant-based biopolymers and natural fibers, offer significant environmental benefits, including reduced reliance on fossil fuels and decreased pollution. Various techniques can be employed for forming bio-degradable packaging films, including extrusion, solvent casting, compression molding and electrospinning. To address the limitations of biodegradable materials compared to traditional plastics, modification techniques such as esterification, etherification, and grafting can be employed. Innovative advancements like active and intelligent packaging technologies can enhance the functionality and consumer engagement. This review explores the key properties, advancements, applications and challenges associated with biodegradable packaging materials, focusing on their effectiveness and sustainability in the food packaging industry.

Keywords

Biodegradable packaging, Sustainable materials, Food packaging, Active packaging, Film-forming techniques.

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