Development of Antibacterial Thermoplastic Starch with Natural Oils and Extracts: Structural, Mechanical and Thermal Properties

Development of Antibacterial Thermoplastic Starch with Natural Oils and Extracts: Structural, Mechanical and Thermal Properties

In this study, the influence of the incorporation of eucalyptus (EO), tea tree (TT) and rosemary (RO) essential oils and Chiriyuyo extract (CE) on the structure and properties of thermoplastic starch (TPS) obtained from potato starch, glycerin and water was evaluated. All oils and the extract were u...

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Main Authors: Jorge Luis López Terán, Elvia Victoria Cabrera Maldonado, Judith del Carmen Araque Rangel, José Poveda Otazo, María Isabel Beltrán Rico
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-01-01
Series:Polymers
Subjects:
thermoplastic starch
biopolymer
biodegradable
essential oils
antimicrobial activity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/16/2/180

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