Bioplastics for Food Packaging: Materials, Procedures, and Applications offers a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals and recent developments in the field of bioplastics tailored specifically for food packaging applications. Covering critical topics such as the environmental impact of plastic waste and the regulatory landscape driving the adoption of bioplastics in the food industry, this book discusses the unique benefits and drawbacks associated with different types of bioplastics. It explores practical applications of bioplastic flexible films, containers, coatings, and more, and showcases real-world success stories and industry insights.
This is a valuable reference for those looking to understand the application of bioplastics in the food industry and stay updated on the latest trends and innovations in bioplastics for food packaging purposes.
1. Chapter 3. Introduction to the use of bioplastics in food packaging - p. 49 2. Chapter 4. Bio-based and biodegradable bioplastics in food packaging - p. 87 3. Chapter 5. Bio-based and non-biodegradable bioplastics in food packaging - p. 111 4. Chapter 6. Fossil-based and biodegradable bioplastics for food packaging - p. 135 5. Chapter 7. Bioplastics from agri-food wastes and by-products for food packaging applications - p. 169 6. Chapter 8. Processing and manufacture of bioplastics - p. 223 7. Chapter 9. Applications of bioplastics for food packaging - p. 273 8. Chapter 10. Main characteristics of bioplastics for food packaging applications - p. 307 9. Chapter 11. Biodegradation and circular economy practices for certain bioplastics - p. 347 10. Chapter 12. Bioplastics for active and intelligent food packaging - p. 377 11. Chapter 13. Artificial intelligence and its role in bioplastic production - p. 421 12. Index - p. 443
Bioplastics for Food Packaging: Materials, Procedures, and Applications offers a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals and recent developments in the field of bioplastics tailored specifically for food packaging applications. Covering critical topics such as the environmental impact of plastic waste and the regulatory landscape driving the adoption of bioplastics in the food industry, this book discusses the unique benefits and drawbacks associated with different types of bioplastics. It explores practical applications of bioplastic flexible films, containers, coatings, and more, and showcases real-world success stories and industry insights.
This is a valuable reference for those looking to understand the application of bioplastics in the food industry and stay updated on the latest trends and innovations in bioplastics for food packaging purposes.
1. Chapter 3. Introduction to the use of bioplastics in food packaging - p. 49 2. Chapter 4. Bio-based and biodegradable bioplastics in food packaging - p. 87 3. Chapter 5. Bio-based and non-biodegradable bioplastics in food packaging - p. 111 4. Chapter 6. Fossil-based and biodegradable bioplastics for food packaging - p. 135 5. Chapter 7. Bioplastics from agri-food wastes and by-products for food packaging applications - p. 169 6. Chapter 8. Processing and manufacture of bioplastics - p. 223 7. Chapter 9. Applications of bioplastics for food packaging - p. 273 8. Chapter 10. Main characteristics of bioplastics for food packaging applications - p. 307 9. Chapter 11. Biodegradation and circular economy practices for certain bioplastics - p. 347 10. Chapter 12. Bioplastics for active and intelligent food packaging - p. 377 11. Chapter 13. Artificial intelligence and its role in bioplastic production - p. 421 12. Index - p. 443
