Antibacterial activity, optical, mechanical, and barrier properties of corn starch films containing orange essential
Jarine Amaral do Evangelho1, Guilherme da Silva Dannenberg1, Barbara Biduski2
1Department of Agroindustrial Science and Technology, Federal University of Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul, Pelotas, RS 96010-900, Brazil.
Abstract:
The incorporation of antimicrobial compounds into natural polymers can promote increased shelf life and ensure food safety. The aim of this study was to evaluate the antibacterial activity, morphological, optical, mechanical, and barrier properties of corn starch films containing orange (Citrus sinensis var. Valencia) essential oil (OEO). The corn starch films were prepared using the casting method. OEO and the corn starch films incorporated with OEO showed higher antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Listeria monocytogenes. The addition of OEO to the films increased the morphological heterogeneity and contributed to the reduction of the tensile strength and elongation of the films, and it increased the moisture content, water solubility, and water vapor permeability. The water vapor permeability and partial or total solubility of a film in water prior to consumption of a product are of interest when the film is used as food coating or for encapsulation of specific molecules.
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