ReviewAntibiotics (Basel, Switzerland)2023
Insight on Incorporation of Essential Oils as Antimicrobial Substances in Biopolymer-Based Active Packaging.
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13 citing papers in PubMed, 51 citations in OpenAlex.
- Active Antimicrobial Packaging Systems: Mechanisms of Microbial Control and Applications in Food Preservation.Biology · 2026Review
- Ulvan Microparticles for Encapsulation of Eucalyptus Essential Oil: Characterization, Release Behavior, and Stability in Aquafeeds.Aquaculture nutrition · 2026Article
- Cactus-Based Biopolymers: A Review on Sustainable Innovations in Edible Packaging, UV Protection, Antioxidant Films, and Industrial Applications.Food science & nutrition · 2025Review
- Emulsion-Coated Active Papers Extend the Storage Life of Tomato Fruit.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Innovations in Edible Packaging Films, Coatings, and Antimicrobial Agents for Applications in Food Industry.Comprehensive reviews in food science and food safety · 2025Review
- Utilizing Essential Oil Components as Natural Antifungal Preservatives in the Active Packaging of Bread.Polymers · 2025Article
- Antibacterial Activity of Eucalyptus Essential Oils in Both Culture Media and Coated Materials.International journal of microbiology · 2025Article
- Breakthroughs and Opportunities of Biopolymer Coatings: A Bibliometric Analysis on Their Future Prospects for the Sustainable Food Packaging Industry.TheScientificWorldJournal · 2025Review
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- Synergistic Integration of Carbon Quantum Dots in Biopolymer Matrices: An Overview of Current Advancements in Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Active Packaging.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
- Hydrogels with Essential Oils: Recent Advances in Designs and Applications.Gels (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
- Comparison of the Properties of Pullulan-Based Active Edible Coatings Implemented for Improving Sliced Cheese Shelf Life.Polymers · 2024Article
- Synergistic Strategies of Heat and Peroxyacetic Acid Disinfection Treatments forPathogens (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
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Abstract
The increasing interest in microbiological food safety requires the development of sensitive and reliable analyses and technologies for preserving food products' freshness and quality. Different types of packaging systems are one of the solutions for controlling microbiological activity in foods. During the last decades, the development of biopolymer-based active packaging with essential oil incorporation systems has resulted in technologies with exceptional application potential, primarily in the food industry. There is no doubt that this principle can facilitate food status monitoring, reduce food waste, extend the shelf life, improve the overall quality of food, or indicate a larger problem during the storage, production, and distribution of foodstuffs. On the other hand, most antimicrobial packaging systems are in the development phase, while the sensitivity, selectivity, complexity, and, above all, safety of these materials are just some of the essential questions that need to be answered before they can be widely used. The incorporation of essential oils as antimicrobial substances in biopolymer-based active packaging holds significant promise for enhancing food safety, extending shelf life, and offering more sustainable packaging solutions. While challenges exist, ongoing research and innovation in this field are likely to lead to the development of effective and environmentally friendly packaging systems with enhanced antimicrobial properties.
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