Hydrocolloid-based coatings applied on biobased/biodegradable food flexible packaging, A review. Part 1 – Biopolymer to coat and available technologies.
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This review focuses on the use of hydrocolloid-based coatings to enhance the properties of biobased and biodegradable flexible food packaging films. These films often have insufficient intrinsic properties, which can be improved by applying coatings made from proteins, polysaccharides, or their composites. Such coatings can significantly boost the barrier, surface, and mechanical performance of sustainable packaging while maintaining biodegradability and food safety. The paper details various coating technologies, including both dry (e.g., extrusion-lamination) and wet (e.g., spray coating) methods, and highlights the importance of surface treatments like plasma activation for optimal adhesion. Ultimately, the review aims to inform the development of advanced, eco-friendly packaging films.
Don’t miss out on reading it! Here is the link 🔗https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2025.111624
PRIMA Partnership Frederic Debeaufort Mia Kurek María José Fabra Rovira Mario Scetar Bettaieb Nasreddine Instituto de Agroquímica y Tecnología de Alimentos IATA CSIC FoodPackagingGroup Université Bourgogne Europe University of Zagreb / Sveučilište u Zagrebu
