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Metal-organic frameworks for food applications: A review
Anna Magri1, Milena Petriccione1, Tomy J Gutiérrez2
1Council for Agricultural Research and Economics (CREA) - Research Centre for Olive, Fruit and Citrus Crops, Via Torrino, 3 - 81100 Caserta, Italy.
Food Chemistry
|March 20, 2021
Summary
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) offer versatile food applications, from contaminant extraction to active packaging. Recent advances include sustainable MOFs for broader food industry integration.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Food Science
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are porous hybrid materials with high surface area.
- MOFs are constructed from metal ions and organic linkers, enabling tunable properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of MOF applications in the food industry.
- To highlight current and emerging uses of MOFs in food science and technology.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of MOF research in food-related applications.
- Analysis of MOF synthesis, properties, and performance in various food contexts.
Main Results:
- MOFs are primarily used for food contaminant extraction and sensing.
- Emerging applications include active food packaging, antimicrobial delivery, and controlled release systems.
- Sustainable MOFs, such as those based on γ-cyclodextrin, address feedstock limitations.
Conclusions:
- MOFs show significant potential across diverse food applications.
- Further research is needed to advance early-stage MOF applications in food.
- Sustainable MOF development is crucial for future food industry adoption.
Keywords:
Active compound carriersControlled release systemsExtractorsFood nanotechnologyPorous composite materialsSensors
