ReviewFoods (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Advances and Challenges in Smart Packaging Technologies for the Food Industry: Trends, Applications, and Sustainability Considerations.
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11 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Sustainable smart sensing and AI-driven platforms for real-time detection and monitoring of mycotoxins across the food supply chain.Mycotoxin research · 2026Pooled it
- Ethylene networking in fruit ripening: molecular mechanisms, hormone crosstalk, climate interactions, and postharvest management.Plant cell reports · 2026Review
- Smart Chemical Sensors for Monitoring and Detection of Spoilage in Fermented and Non-Fermented Food Products.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Electrospraying and Nano-Enabled Edible Films for Food Preservation: Controlled Release, Antimicrobial Function, and Future Horizons.Food science & nutrition · 2026Review
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- Processing-Dependent Incorporation of Food By-Product Extract into Zein-Based Active Packaging Films.Polymers · 2026Article
- Linking Sustainable Smart Food Packaging to Healthy Eating Behaviors: A TPB-Perceived Value Framework with IPMA Analysis.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Smart logistics of perishable goods: emerging nanomaterial-based sensing technologies for real-time monitoring and analytical control.Journal of nanobiotechnology · 2026Review
- High-Resistant Packaging EPDM/SEBS Blends Processed by γ-Irradiation.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Balancing Functionality and Safety in Food Packaging Coatings.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Quorum quenching, lactic acid bacteria and microencapsulation as emerging and promising strategies to mitigate tomato soft rot.Frontiers in plant science · 2026Review
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Abstract
Recent advancements in food packaging have transitioned from passive containment toward innovative smart systems that integrate active and intelligent functionalities to improve product preservation, safety, and consumer interaction. This review examines the evolution of these technologies, focusing on biodegradable polymers and nanomaterial-enhanced substrates that combine environmental sustainability with superior barriers and antimicrobial performance. Developments in embedded sensing systems, including chemical, temperature, and humidity sensors, enable the continuous monitoring of food quality and environmental conditions, supporting extended shelf-life and early contamination detection. Intelligent packaging further incorporates indicators, sensors, and data carriers that enhance transparency and traceability across supply chains. These systems are often connected through blockchain and Internet of Things (IoT) platforms for real-time data analysis. The review also addresses consumer engagement via interactive labels and personalized nutritional feedback, along with the economic, behavioral, and regulatory aspects influencing large-scale adoption. Life cycle assessments are analyzed to evaluate trade-offs between enhanced functionality and environmental impact, emphasizing recyclability and end-of-life strategies within circular economy frameworks. Finally, the article discusses current technical challenges while highlighting emerging trends such as AI-driven predictive analytics and IoT-enabled connectivity as key enablers of sustainable, efficient, and safe food packaging systems.
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