Composite Films of Thermoplastic Starch and CaCl<sub>2</sub> Extracted from Eggshells for Extending Food Shelf-Life

Composite Films of Thermoplastic Starch and CaCl<sub>2</sub> Extracted from Eggshells for Extending Food Shelf-Life

Calcium chloride (CaCl<sub>2</sub>) has been widely used to maintain the quality of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables because it stabilizes and strengthens the membrane system against fungal attacks. It is mainly applied via spray coating and dip coating techniques. This study explored a m...

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Main Authors: Jeovan A. Araujo, Yvonne J. Cortese, Marija Mojicevic, Margaret Brennan Fournet, Yuanyuan Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-09-01
Series:Polysaccharides
Subjects:
thermoplastic starch
eggshell waste
calcium chloride
composite films
hot melt extrusion
antimicrobial activity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4176/2/3/41

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