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  • Food Science
  • Biotechnology

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  • Pectin and cellulose nanofibers (CNF) are biorenewable materials with potential for food packaging.
  • Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) is crucial for extending the shelf life of perishable foods.
  • Developing sustainable and functional packaging materials is an ongoing challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the potential of pectin-CNF composites as a sustainable MAP material.
  • To evaluate the effect of sodium borate (NaB) on the composite's properties and performance.
  • To assess the mechanical properties and biodegradability of the developed packaging material.

Main Methods:

  • Pectin-CNF composites were prepared and characterized.
  • Sodium borate (NaB) was incorporated to enhance antioxidant capacity.
  • Packaging performance was tested using refrigerated strawberries and sliced apples over 3 weeks.
  • Mechanical properties (tensile strength, toughness) and biodegradability were evaluated.

Main Results:

  • Pectin-CNF-NaB composites exhibited improved humidity regulation (50% less variation) in refrigerated conditions.
  • Enhanced preservation of strawberries and reduced oxidative browning of sliced apples were observed.
  • The films demonstrated excellent mechanical robustness (150 MPa tensile strength, 8.5 MJ/m² toughness) at 80% RH.
  • Extensive decomposition in soil confirmed the biodegradability of the pectin-CNF films.

Conclusions:

  • Pectin-CNF-NaB composites offer a sustainable and biodegradable solution for MAP.
  • The enhanced antioxidant capacity and humidity regulation contribute to improved food preservation.
  • The robust mechanical properties support the practical application of these composites in functional packaging.