Currently, petroleum-based synthetic plastics are used as a key barrier material in the paper-
based packaging of several food and nonfood goods. This widespread usage of plastic as a …

Starch and derivatives thereof have proven their usefulness in paper coating processes.
Among these derivatives, cationic starch has been widely used in the paper industry as a …

The research interest in sustainable and eco-friendly materials based on natural sources
has increased dramatically due to their recyclability, biodegradability, compatibility, and …

Curdlan have been investigated for a long time. This β (1→ 3)-glucan has distinctive thermal
gel-forming character and is edible, which was approved by the Food and Drug …

Paper coatings based on petroleum-based compounds such as fluoro-compounds,
polyethylene, and waxes are utilized to alter the properties of paper, such as wettability and …

In recent years, the accumulation of synthetic plastics has led to the development of a
serious environmental problem. Nowadays, biodegradable films and coatings have been …

The biodegradability of chitosan is significant for packaging systems. Another relevant
property of chitosan is its degree of acetylation (DA), which affects other properties, such as …

Synthetic polymer coatings impact the biodegradable behavior of cellulosic packaging
material. The environmental consequences of food packaging disposal have increased …

This article describes how crystalline or fibrous nanocellulose influences the mechanical
properties of paper substrate. In this context, we used commercially available cellulose …

The use of active packaging has attracted considerable attention over recent years to
prevent and decrease the risk of bacterial and viral infection. Thus, this work aims to develop …