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Native Cyclodextrin-Based Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Synthesis, Characterization, and Potential Applications in
Siddanth Saxena1, Manuel J Lis1
1INTEXTER-UPC, Surface Science Laboratory, Colon 15, 08222 Terrassa, Spain.
Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
|January 25, 2025
Summary
Cyclodextrin metal-organic frameworks (CD MOFs) offer a safe, edible alternative for food packaging. These biodegradable materials enhance the stability and solubility of bioactive compounds.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Food Science
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) offer high storage capacity due to their porous structure.
- Traditional MOFs may contain undesirable organic compounds, limiting their food industry application.
- Cyclodextrins (CDs) are GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe), presenting a safer alternative.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advancements in cyclodextrin-based MOFs (CD MOFs).
- To highlight the synthesis, complexation, and characterization of CD MOFs.
- To discuss the application of CD MOFs as carriers for bioactive compounds in food packaging.
Main Methods:
- Review of synthesis techniques for CD MOFs.
- Formation of inclusion complexes with bioactive compounds.
- Characterization of CD MOF properties and functionalities.
Main Results:
- CD MOFs exhibit edible, biocompatible, and biodegradable properties.
- CD MOFs can encapsulate volatile bioactive compounds effectively.
- These frameworks enhance the solubility and stability of encapsulated compounds.
Conclusions:
- CD MOFs are promising materials for the food packaging industry.
- Their unique properties facilitate the delivery of functional food ingredients.
- Further research into CD MOFs can lead to innovative food preservation and enhancement solutions.
