A comprehensive review on natural bioactive films with controlled release characteristics and their applications in foods and pharmaceuticals
BackgroundA lot of environmental concerns have been caused by the non-degradation of plastic packaging materials. In addition, consumer's preferences for safe, healthy, convenient and high-quality products necessitate the emergence of innovative food packaging systems to maintain the quality of packed food. Sustainable active films provide functionalities that address these demands and provide more protection with a single barrier to the external environment, simultaneously avoiding damage to the environment.