Bionanocomposites for Food Packaging Applications

Bionanocomposites for Food Packaging Applications provides fundamental information on recent developments in this important field of research. The book summarizes in a comprehensive manner, recent technical research accomplishments in bionanocomposites for food packaging applications. It discusses various aspects of green and sustainable bionanocomposites from the point-of-view of the chemistry and engineering. Key chapters include methods of fabrication, processing and advanced production techniques, characterization, PLA, PCL, PGA, Poly (butylene succinate), Chitosan, Starch, Cellulose, PHAs, PHB, Carrageenan, Lignin and Protein-based bionanocomposites for food packaging applications.

It also highlights life cycle analysis and the impact on health and the environment. Modern technologies for processing and strategies for improving performance, such as biodegradability and permeability are also discussed in detail, which are key factors to achieve environmentally friendly alternatives to more traditional plastic materials.

With contributions from leading experts working in the fields of hybrid biopolymers and bio-composites, bionanocomposites, and biodegradable materials research; the book is a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, and manufacturers working in the development of plastic (polymer] materials, green production and bionanocomposites for packaging applications.