The accumulation of synthetic plastics used in packaging applications in landfills and the
environment is a serious problem. This challenge is driving research efforts to develop …

CO2 and O2 gas permeability are paramount concerns in food packaging. Here, the
permeability of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) coatings was …

Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) are of increasing interest for packaging applications
because of their biodegradability, low cost, high crystallinity, and high aspect ratio. The …

Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) are promising materials for the packaging industry due to
their nontoxicity, abundance in nature, biodegradability, and high gas barrier properties …

Background Cellulose extraction from gloss art paper (GAP) waste is a recycling strategy for
the abundance of gloss art paper waste. Here, a study was conducted on the impact of …

Transport of gasses and liquids through polymers and composites is an important factor to
be considered when designing a material for structure and packaging applications. For …

Nanocellulosic coatings as a food packaging material are of commercial interest due to their
nontoxic nature, renewability, and excellent barrier properties. Complex shear-thinning …