{"title":"Development of multifunctional zein-based films engineered with gallic acid and Ag NPs loaded γ-CD-MOFs for pork preservation","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101352","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101352","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The increasing emphasis on food quality and consumer safety has prompted researchers to explore green manufacturing techniques for packaging materials. In this study, γ-cyclodextrin metal-organic frameworks (γ-CD-MOFs) were prepared as promising nanocarriers for gallic acid (GA) and silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs). These nanocarriers (GA-Ag@CD-MOFs) were further incorporated into a zein matrix to fabricate multifunctional composite films, referred to as MOFs-Zein. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscope (AFM) analysis indicated that the fabricated composite film exhibited excellent biocompatibility, with GA-Ag@CD-MOFs uniformly dispersed within the film matrix. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) result revealed that the incorporation of GA-Ag@CD-MOFs facilitated the formation of intermolecular hydrogen bonds with the matrix polymer. The addition of GA-Ag@CD-MOFs enhanced the tensile strength of the composite film by 19.70 %, improved the water barrier performance by 57.76 %, and provided almost 100 % UV protection. The exceptional controlled release capability of γ-CD-MOFs for GA empowered the composite films to maintain their robust initial antioxidant capacity even after 100 days of storage. Moreover, the composite films performed high-efficiency antibacterial activity against <em>Escherichia coli</em> O157:H7 and <em>Salmonella enterica</em>. Acute toxicological studies showed no histopathology related toxicity was found in GA-Ag@CD-MOFs treated mice. When applied to fresh pork, the composite films significantly reduced the key quality indicators of raw meat, compared to the control film. Overall, this work presents a promising approach to fabricate the composite films as a sustainable and functional solution for green functional food packaging.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142231986","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Delaying walnut oxidation using a compostable film comprising poly(ε-caprolactone), thermoplastic gliadins, and green tea extract","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101355","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101355","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>A new active packaging composed of poly(e-caprolactone) (PCL) and thermoplastic gliadin proteins incorporating green tea extract (GTE) was developed through compounding and film-extrusion process. Firstly, commercial green tea extract was analyzed, revealing that GTE primarily comprised epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which conferred potent antioxidant activity determined by the DPPH assay, along with moderate antibacterial activity. The incorporation of 5 wt% of GTE in the extruded films increased thermal stability and Young’s Modulus, and reduced oxygen and water vapor permeability with respect to control PCL/TPG film. Migration studies showed that the release of GTE depended on the type of food simulant, with higher levels observed in an oil-in-water emulsion simulant compared to a non-acidic aqueous food simulant, while no migration of GTE components was detected in dry foodstuffs simulant. Consequently, the antioxidant capacity derived from migrated GTE components were considerably higher in 50 % ethanol than in 10 % ethanol. Furthermore, PCL/TPG-GTE film exhibited antibacterial activity against Gram negative <em>E. coli</em> and Gram positive <em>S. aureus</em> in vitro when tested following the JIS Z2801 standard. The GTE addition also improved walnuts stability, resulting in a reduction and delay of fat peroxidation. Hence, the novel active system developed in this work can constitute a sustainable alternative to improve quality and safety of packaged products.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214289424001200/pdfft?md5=44331a3a35cafb576805603714c21d9c&pid=1-s2.0-S2214289424001200-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142230113","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Regulating gas transmission rates in microperforated polybutylene succinate films for modified atmosphere packaging of bananas","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101347","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101347","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Carbon dioxide (CO<sub>2</sub>) laser technology was used to modify the gas permeability of polybutylene succinate (PBS) film by creating holes. The holes were made using pulse fluences ranging from 37.0 to 369.8 J cm<sup>−2</sup> and pulse lengths varying from 20 to 200 µs. The minimum fluence required to cause deformation in the PBS film was 129.4 J cm<sup>−2</sup>, resulting in a tiny opening at the perforation site. Aperture size and pulse duration have an impact on gas exchange because they increase the surface area of microholes and facilitate gas transfer. The efficacy of banana packing was evaluated by employing microperforated PBS films with different number of holes and a pulse length of 200 µs. The lowest CO<sub>2</sub> and highest oxygen (O<sub>2</sub>) concentrations were observed in PBS 7/200, followed by 5/200, 3/200, and 1/200, respectively. The gas composition with the highest potential was PBS 7/200, indicating its effectiveness in preserving banana quality. Perforating PBS film packaging with a CO<sub>2</sub> laser allows for regulated gas permeability, which has the potential to improve the quality and safety of food.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142121773","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Novel biopolymer-based active packaging material for food applications: Cinnamaldehyde-loaded calcium nanoparticles incorporated into alginate-carboxymethyl cellulose films","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101351","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101351","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>There is growing emphasis on developing biopolymer-based food packaging materials to improve food quality, reduce food waste, and decrease the risk of foodborne diseases. In this study, cinnamaldehyde (CIN), a natural antimicrobial essential oil, was encapsulated within porous vaterite CaCO<sub>3</sub> (CA) nanoparticles. The encapsulation efficiency and loading capacity of the cinnamaldehyde in the optimized CA-CIN nanoparticles was 88.9 ± 1.3 % and 9.7 ± 1.4 %, respectively. The release of the essential oil from the CA-CIN nanoparticles was triggered under acidic aqueous conditions, indicating they exhibited water/pH release properties. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of the CA-CIN nanoparticles against both <em>E. coli</em> and <em>S. aureus</em> was 2 mg/mL. <em>In vitro</em> cell culture studies suggested that the CA-CIN nanoparticles exhibited some cytotoxicity (IC<sub>50</sub> = 87 ± 11 μg/mL), indicating that further in vivo toxicity studies are required. A sodium alginate-carboxymethyl cellulose (SC) composite film containing 6 % CA-CIN showed good UV-blocking, water-resistance, and mechanical properties. These films also exhibited good antibacterial activity, extending the shelf life of pork by 2–4 days at 4 ℃. These novel biopolymer-based films may be useful for food preservation applications.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142172041","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Coffee by-product cascara as an edible active coating for enhancing hazelnut preservation and packaging","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101350","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101350","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Edible active packaging is an innovative solution that extends the shelf life of products, protect it from contamination, and prevent oxidation, without contributing to additional packaging waste. Here this study explores the potential of utilizing cascara extract, a coffee by-product rich in polyphenols and polysaccharides, as a sustainable material for preserving roasted hazelnuts. Gelatin and glycerol are investigated as additives to enhance film properties. Optimal formulations were exhibited promising barrier performance, antioxidant activity and low surface energy. Based on Response Surface Methodology (RSM), the formulation consisted of 5.1 % w/v gelatin as the primary film-forming agent, 89.2 % w/v cascara extract as an active component, 5.7 % w/v glycerol as a plasticizer, showed the highest oxygen barrier property. Accelerated shelf-life testing (ASLT) at 35 and 45 °C indicated selected cascara coating potentially doubling hazelnut shelf life. The cascara edible coating had a brown film appearance which can be acceptable for dark coloured food products in future application. Despite deviations in color, cascara offers potential for sustainable packaging, opening avenues for innovative solutions.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142150941","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cellulose trays with PLA-based liners as single-used food packaging: Characterisation, performance and migration","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101329","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101329","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In France, collective catering must adopt compostable alternatives for warming/serving trays to reduce the use of plastic materials by 2025. Cellulose trays laminated with biobased polymers such as polylactic acid are gaining popularity. To guarantee safety, the presence and the migration of substances should be tested according to established protocols. PLA, PCL, PBAT, PBS, PEG, were identified in the liners of the trays collected from the market. Testing ensured the compliance with global migration limit. After undergoing the real-condition processing, the trays experienced minor physical degradation and fractures, compromising integrity. Heating to higher temperatures (130 °C) led to some modifications of the polymer composition, and several substances linked to the safety of the trays were detected as potential migrants like plasticizers and additives (styrene and a volatile fluorinated compound) in some of the samples. Migration of monomers and oligomers from the liner should further be studied to guarantee food safety.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142094975","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Development of a cellulose nanofiber composite film containing CuO/ZnO nanoparticles and its human norovirus inactivation properties in clams","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101341","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101341","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Human norovirus (HuNoV) threatens human health worldwide, highlighting the critical need for antiviral materials. In this study, copper and zinc nanoparticles (NPs) as inorganic antiviral materials and a cellulose nanofiber (CNF) were selected to construct a hybrid inorganic-organic composite film (CuO/ZnO NPs-CNF) against MS2 and murine norovirus 1 (MNV-1) (surrogates for HuNoV) viruses. Selected NPs concentrations (50 µM of CuO NPs and 5 mM of ZnO NPs) showed non-toxicity (89.88 % of cell viability) through the MTT assay. Upon the development and characterization of the CuO/ZnO NPs-CNF film, high compatibility between CuO/ZnO NPs and CNF was identified, along with consistent thickness, low moisture content, and water solubility. A synergistic antiviral effect was exhibited <em>in vitro</em> and on the film against MS2 and MNV-1 in the mentioned co-treated inorganic matrix within 1 h. The antiviral stability of the film was also maintained at various temperatures (−18 °C, 5 °C, and 25 °C) and humidities (20–30 %, 50–60 %, and 70–80 %). When a synergistic antiviral effect was exhibited on the CuO/ZnO NPs-CNF film against both MS2 and MNV-1, mechanisms analysis by SDS-PAGE and RT-qPCR revealed that there were damages to both capsid protein and RdRP. The application of CuO/ZnO NPs-CNF film on clams resulted in a significant decrease in the survival rate of MS2 by up to 65.67 % and MNV-1 by up to 78.62 % when treated at low temperatures compared to the CNF film. Taken together, these results suggest that the CuO/ZnO NPs-CNF film could be used as potential anti-HuNoV agent in the food industry.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142094974","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Efficacy of methyl anthranilate vapour against Botrytis cinerea in packaged strawberries","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101349","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101349","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The efficacy of methyl anthranilate (MA) vapour in extending the postharvest shelf-life of fresh strawberries has been studied. For that, fruit inoculated with <em>Botrytis cinerea</em> was packaged in vented polypropylene (PP) clamshells and exposed to MA vapour released from a cellulose paper disc impregnated with the liquid compound and placed in the lid of the package. Fruit was stored for 12 days at 4 °C, and fungal growth of berries were monitored throughout storage. The level of fungal infection was significantly reduced in fruit treated with MA vapour. Moreover, packaged fruit with MA vapour that had not been previously inoculated maintained certain quality parameters such as colour and firmness better than control samples. Overall, MA vapour extended the shelf-life of strawberries from 6 to 9 days without causing phytotoxic effects on fruit tissue. MA was absorbed by the fruit but did not surpass the “no observed adverse effect level” (NOAEL). The maximum value of MA in fruit was reached at the end of the storage with a value of 34 µg g<sup>−1</sup>. Thus, MA presents potential as an antimicrobial volatile for the preservation of packaged strawberries.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142162167","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Preparation and characterization of zein-based active packaging films integrated with TiO2 nanotube arrays","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101348","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101348","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Environmentally-friendly active packaging films provide a novel approach for food preservation, addressing the major challenge of plastic pollution. In this study, we developed a zein-based flexible film incorporating TiO<sub>2</sub> nanotube arrays (TNTAs). We conducted a comprehensive investigation into the microstructure, spectroscopic properties, water resistance, mechanical strength, and antimicrobial activity of the film. The incorporation of TNTAs with varying tube lengths (ranging from 700 nm to 5.2 µm) resulted in their uniform dispersion within the zein matrix and significantly enhanced the mechanical robustness and water resistance of the composite films. XRD, FT-IR, and XPS analyses revealed intermolecular hydrogen bonding between zein matrix and TNTAs. Moreover, under low-power density (1600 mW/cm<sup>2</sup>) UV irradiation, Zein/TNTAs films exhibited remarkable antimicrobial efficacy against <em>E.coli</em>. These findings highlight the potential application of Zein/TNTAs composite films in active food packaging.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142150939","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Tilapia gelatin films by incorporating metal-polyphenol network formed by procyanidin and zinc ion for pork preservation","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101345","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.fpsl.2024.101345","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>There is a lack of information about the application of metal polyphenol networks (MPN) in the food industry nowadays. Herein, the MPN was prepared by procyanidin (PC) and zinc ion (Zn<sup>2+</sup>), and introduced into tilapia gelatin films. The MPN-modified films showed broader thickness, higher UV-Vis light barrier property, and lower water sensitivity and water vapor property than PC-modified films. When the molar ratio of Zn<sup>2+</sup> to PC being 3:8, the incorporation of MPN induced the highest tensile strength of films reaching 82.47 MPa, good activity against oxidation, and improved inhibition activity to <em>Staphylococcus aureus</em> and <em>Escherichia coli.</em> The MPN-modified gelatin films could suppress the bacteria growth, and attenuate the generation of total volatile basic nitrogen and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances, causing the shelf life of pork extended by five and three days compared with the control and PC-modified films, respectively. The results suggested that MPN provided great potential in the application of food packaging.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12377,"journal":{"name":"Food Packaging and Shelf Life","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":8.5,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142162166","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}