Applications of Nanomaterials on a Food Packaging System—A Review

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a significant focus on replacing non-biodegradable materials with eco-friendly biodegradable food packaging materials. The use of biopolymers in packaged foods has been adopted to address environmental issues, given their ability to decompose naturally and being non-hazardous. Despite these benefits, biopolymers present notable drawbacks such as inadequate mechanical strength and restricted ability to withstand water. Over the past two decades, nanotechnology has been increasingly investigated for use in food packaging due to its remarkable qualities. This review article aims to give a summary of the most recent research on the new advancement of nanomaterials for food packaging.

Keywords

• nanomaterials
• food
• packaging
• shelf life
• nanoparticles
• nanotechnology