scholarly journals Cellulose Nanocrystal Reinforced Chitosan Based UV Barrier Composite Films for Sustainable Packaging

Polymers ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mithilesh Yadav ◽  
Kartik Behera ◽  
Yen-Hsiang Chang ◽  
Fang-Chyou Chiu
Keyword(s):  
Food Industry ◽  
Water Solubility ◽  
Moisture Absorption ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Cellulose Nanocrystal ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Green Composite ◽  
Vapor Permeation ◽  
Sustainable Packaging

In this study, green composite films based on cellulose nanocrystal/chitosan (CNC/CS) were fabricated by solution casting. FTIR, XRD, SEM, and TEM characterizations were conducted to determine the structure and morphology of the prepared films. The addition of only 4 wt.% CNC in the CS film improved the tensile strength and Young’s modulus by up to 39% and 78%, respectively. Depending on CNC content, the moisture absorption decreased by 34.1–24.2% and the water solubility decreased by 35.7–26.5% for the composite films compared with neat CS film. The water vapor permeation decreased from 3.83 × 10−11 to 2.41 × 10−11 gm−1 s−1Pa−1 in the CS-based films loaded with (0–8 wt.%) CNC. The water and UV barrier properties of the composite films showed better performance than those of neat CS film. Results suggested that CNC/CS nanocomposite films can be used as a sustainable packaging material in the food industry.

Preparation and Properties Research of Modified Nano-ZnO/HDPE Composite Films

2010 ◽  
Vol 174 ◽  
pp. 450-453 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ya Na Li ◽  
Kyong Ho Cha ◽  
Qing Hui He
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Water Vapor ◽  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Melt Blending ◽  
Molding Process ◽  
Nano Zno ◽  
Modified Zno Nanoparticles

Nanocomposite films of ZnO/HDPE were prepared via melt blending and hot compression molding process. The morphology, DSC, mechanical and barrier properties of the films were investigated. The results showed that a better dispersion of modified nanoparticles at content of 0.5wt% in HDPE matrix occurred and the improvement of the HDPE films in tensile strength and tear strength was achieved by incorporating modified-ZnO nanoparticles up to 0.5wt% in contrast with the original nano-ZnO/HDPE composite films. It was also found that the addition of modified nano-ZnO to neat HDPE caused to increase crystallinity and enhance the barrier property of nano-ZnO/HDPE composite films against water vapor and oxygen.

Effect of Sodium Alginate on the Properties of Composite Protein Films

2014 ◽  
Vol 541-542 ◽  
pp. 49-56 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qiao Lei ◽  
Zhi Ying Huang ◽  
Jia Zhen Pan ◽  
Jian Qiang Bao ◽  
Qian Nan Xun
Keyword(s):  
Sodium Alginate ◽  
Water Solubility ◽  
Uniform Design ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Protein Films ◽  
Film Forming ◽  
Mean Diameter ◽  
Electron Microscope Analysis ◽  
Design Experiments

Effects of sodium alginate on properties of WPI-NaCas composite films optimized by previous uniform design experiments were investigated. Films were prepared with different concentrations (1%, 2%, 3%) and ratios (1:0, 5:1, 3:1, 1:1, 1:3, 1:5, 0:1, ratio of composite protein solution to sodium alginate solution) of sodium alginate additions. Results suggested increases in water solubility of films and middle diameter, volume-length mean diameter and area-length mean diameter of film-forming solutions. Addition of sodium alginate decreased the gas and water vapor barrier properties of composite films, however, their mechanical properties could be improved by proper usage. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and scanning electron microscope analysis indicated that protein and sodium alginate presented well interaction and compatibility.

Preparation of PET/PT Composite Film and Study of its Moisture Barrier Properties

2012 ◽  
Vol 608-609 ◽  
pp. 1351-1353
Author(s):  
Wen Ming Ren ◽  
Pei Fang Cheng ◽  
Xue Feng Liu
Keyword(s):  
Water Vapor ◽  
Composite Film ◽  
Transmission Rate ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Water Vapor Transmission Rate ◽  
Moisture Barrier ◽  
Vapor Permeation ◽  
Water Vapor Transmission ◽  
Influence Of Temperature On

In order to improve the practical performance of common Cellophane as packaging material, PET/PT composite film were prepared by means of Dry Lamination, and the influence of temperature on water vapor permeation of composite films was investigated at the range of 20-50°C at 50% relative humidity. The results showed that the moisture barrier properties of common Cellophane were improved obviously by means of coating on the PET films and the water vapor transmission rate of composite films was increased with temperature increasing in the range from 20°C to 50°C，the relationship between water vapor transmission rate of the composite films and the temperature followed an exponential grow curve [y=1.3441exp (0.0597x)], correlation coefficient R is 0.9957.

scholarly journals Physical Properties of Starch/Powdered Activated Carbon Composite Films

Polymers ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (24) ◽  
pp. 4406
Author(s):  
Anita Kwaśniewska ◽  
Michał Świetlicki ◽  
Adam Prószyński ◽  
Grzegorz Gładyszewski
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Activated Carbon ◽  
Water Vapor ◽  
Water Solubility ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Water Vapor Permeability ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Carbon Composite ◽  
Powdered Activated Carbon ◽  
Vapor Permeability

In the present study, starch/powdered activated carbon composite films were prepared by incorporating various amounts of powdered activated carbon (PAC)—1–5, 10, and 15 %—into a starch matrix, using the solvent casting method. The effect of PAC addition on the biopolymer film was investigated. The mechanical properties were examined by ultra-nanoindentation, nanoscratch, and micro-tensile tests. Since the mechanical properties of biopolymer films are correlated with their structure, the effect of PAC addition was tested using X-ray diffraction. The surface parameters morphology and wettability were analyzed by atomic force microscopy (AFM) and contact angle measurements. The barrier properties were examined by determining water vapor permeability and the water solubility index. The obtained results did not show a monotonic dependence of the mechanical parameters on PAC content, with the exception of the maximum strain, which decreased as the amount of the additive increased. The visible effect of PAC addition was manifested in changes in the adhesive force value and in water vapor permeability (WVP). The barrier properties decreased with the increase of the filler content.

Biodegradable green composite film developed from Moringa Oleifera (Sahajana) seed filler and PVA: Surface functionalization, characterization and barrier properties

2021 ◽  
pp. 089270572110075
Author(s):  
Kajal Mishra ◽  
Shishir Sinha
Keyword(s):  
Composite Film ◽  
Surface Functionalization ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Water Vapor Permeability ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Vapor Permeability ◽  
Green Composite ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Force Microscopy ◽  
Atomic Force

The present work focuses on surface functionalization, characterization, biodegradability and barrier properties of MOSF as a practicable reinforcement in PVA matrix. Film-forming dispersions at different concentrations of alkali and acid treatments were casted at room temperature. The effect of surface modifications on the developed film’s compositional, physical, mechanical, biodegradability and barrier properties were analyzed. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and Atomic force microscopy (AFM) were used to describe the functional composition, formation and surface morphology of the film. The 5% acid treated film significantly increases the tensile strength (33.69 MPa) and flexural strength (56.612 MPa), which was close to the frequently used LDPE and HDPE package films. Composite films were moisture absorptive but simultaneously capable to maintain uniformity and composition upon modifications. Lower water vapor permeability (1.42 × 10−10gs−1 m−1 Pa−1), eminent biodegradability proved the suitability of composite film for various packaging applications.

scholarly journals Development of seaweed-based bamboo microcrystalline cellulose films intended for sustainable food packaging applications

BioResources ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 3389-3410 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Hermawan ◽  
Tze Kiat Lai ◽  
Shima Jafarzadeh ◽  
Deepu A. Gopakumar ◽  
Hasan M. ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Microcrystalline Cellulose ◽  
Food Packaging ◽  
Water Solubility ◽  
Moisture Absorption ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Water Vapor Permeability ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Vapor Permeability ◽  
Sustainable Food ◽  
Cellulose Films

Seaweed bio-composite films with different proportion of Lemang and Semantan bamboo microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) were fabricated via solvent casting. The seaweed/MCC composite films were flexible, transparent, and slightly yellow. The MCC particles further enhanced mechanical properties and opacity of films. The thermal stability of seaweed films was moderately improved upon addition of bamboo MCC particles. Bamboo MCC was found to be comparable to commercial MCC in reducing the water vapor permeability (WVP), water solubility (WS), and moisture absorption capacity (MSC) of seaweed films. The tensile strength (TS) of seaweed films was increased by 20 to 23% with addition of up to 5% MCC particles. In addition, bamboo MCC efficiently reduced the WVP of seaweed films comparable to commercial MCC particles. The WS of seaweed films was decreased by 10 to 19% with addition of 1% MCC particles loading. Lemang bamboo MCC (SB-MCC) was remarkably reduced the moisture absorption capacity (MAC) of films up to 25% with inclusion of only 1% MCC. Morphological analysis via Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) confirmed that there was homogeneous dispersion of MCC particles in the films. MCC particles improved the mechanical, thermal, and optical properties of seaweed films making them more suitable for food packaging applications.

scholarly journals Preparation, Properties and Mechanism of Anionic and Cationic CNC/WPU Composite Films

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ya-Yu Li ◽  
Yan-Ru Bai ◽  
Xin-Qian Zhang ◽  
Xin Liu ◽  
Zhen Dai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Composite Film ◽  
Food Packaging ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Interaction Mechanism ◽  
Water Vapor Permeability ◽  
Waterborne Polyurethane ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Light Transmittance ◽  
Vapor Permeability

Abstract Three kinds of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) were added into waterborne polyurethane (WPU), and nanocomposite films were prepared by solution casting method. The influence of different ionic function groups on microstructure and properties of composite films was investigated, and interaction mechanism between these two components was analyzed. Results show that thermal stability of these composite films are improved by 15℃. Compared with sulfated CNCs （SCNCs） and TEMPO oxidized CNCs (TOCNCs), FE-SEM results prove that cationized CNCs (CaCNCs) have better dispersion in composite films. In addition, fracture surface did not display large cavities, which indicates the interface binding force between WPU and CaCNCs is stronger. The tensile strength and fracture work of CaCNC/WPU composite film increase by 11.9% and by 8.4%, respectively. The oxygen permeability of CaCNC/WPU composite film is the lowest in these composite films, which is 5.00 cm3•cm (cm2•s•Pa)-1. Water vapor permeability of composite films may have a close positive correlation with their hygroscopicity. In all, composite film with CaCNCs has optimal strength, toughness, light transmittance and oxygen barrier properties. There may be opposite ion attraction superimposed hydrogen bond between CaCNCs and WPU in the composite film. The composite films are expected to have applications in food packaging, furniture coatings and biomedical applications.

scholarly journals Synthesis and Characterization of Transparent Biodegradable Chitosan: Exopolysaccharide Composite Films Plasticized by Bio-Derived 1,3-Propanediol

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-62
Author(s):  
Narisetty Vivek ◽  
Nishant Gopalan ◽  
Satyajit Das ◽  
Keerthi Sasikumar ◽  
Raveendran Sindhu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Crude Glycerol ◽  
Water Solubility ◽  
Moisture Absorption ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Composite Films ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
The Fourier Transform

In this study, chitosan-based composite films blended with a dextran like exopolysaccharide derived from lactic acid bacteria were prepared using the solvent casting method. Later, these composite films were plasticized with 1,3-propanediol (1,3-PDO) produced biologically using biodiesel derived crude glycerol. Further, their physical properties, such as tensile strength, water vapor barrier, thermal behavior, and antioxidant properties, were tested. In comparison to the control chitosan-exopolysaccharide films, 1,3-PDO plasticized films increased tensile strengths (20.08 vs. 43.33 MPa) with an elongation percentage (%E) of 20.73, which was two times more than the control films. As a polymer composite, the Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrum displayed the characteristic peaks at 1000 cm−1, 1500 cm−1, and 3000–3500 cm−1 to describe the functional groups related to chitosan, exopolysaccharide, and 1,3-PDOThe thermogravimetric analysis displayed a significant three-step degradation at 100–105 °C, 250–400 °C, and 600 °C, where 100% of the films were degraded. The plasticized films were observed to have enhanced water solubility (51%) and rate of moisture absorption (193%). The plasticized films displayed enhanced physico-chemical properties, anti-oxidant properties, and were100% biodegradable.

Mechanical, thermal and barrier properties of pectin/cellulose nanocrystal nanocomposite films and their effect on the storability of strawberries (Fragaria ananassa )

2015 ◽  
Vol 28 (8) ◽  
pp. 1005-1012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ingrid Souza Vieira da Silva ◽  
Wilson Pires Flauzino Neto ◽  
Hudson Alves Silvério ◽  
Daniel Pasquini ◽  
Mara Zeni Andrade ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Cellulose Nanocrystal ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Fragaria Ananassa

scholarly journals Polyvinyl Alcohol Based Nanocomposite Films Engineered With Clove Oil and Chitosan Nanoparticles to Combat the Postharvest Fungal Diseases

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Radhakrishnan E K ◽  
Ashitha Jose ◽  
A.S Saranya ◽  
Chinnu Chacko ◽  
Dhanya M Jacob
Keyword(s):  
Polyvinyl Alcohol ◽  
Food Industry ◽  
Chitosan Nanoparticles ◽  
Antimicrobial Properties ◽  
Barrier Properties ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Ftir Analysis ◽  
Clove Oil ◽  
Global Challenge ◽  
Post Harvest Loss

Abstract The post-harvest loss of fresh produces is a global challenge to the food industry. The drastic loss of fresh produces caused mainly by fungal attack demands the development of active packaging materials with antimicrobial properties. Hence studies have already reported the applications of polymers like Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) engineered with antimicrobial properties for the packaging. In the current study, material properties of PVA alone, PVA incorporated with chitosan nanoparticles (PCS), clove oil (PCO) and also chitosan nanoparticles and clove oil combination (PCSCO) have been studied for the packaging applications. All the developed films were characterised by the XRD and FTIR analysis and it confirmed the molecular interactions among the components of nanocomposites. At the same time, the bionanocomposite PCSCO was found to have low moisture content and film solubility as suitable for the packaging application. In addition, the presence of chitosan nanoparticles and clove oil was found to provide the microbial barrier properties to the PCS, PCO and PCSCO flms. The PCSCO film with both chitosan nanoparticles and clove oil was further demonstrated to have superior antifungal activity against the spoilage organism Pythium aphanidermatum. The results of the study indicate the potential of developed nanocomposite for the postharvest packaging application.

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