Chitosan/PVA/gelatin derived biodegradable coatings enriched with Rosa rubiginosa for extended shelf life and preservation of strawberries

Sustainable Food Technology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Beenish Sarwar, Muhammad Zubair, Asma Yaqoob, Faiz Ahmed, Sohail Shahzad, Aman Ullah
DOI: 10.1039/d5fb00934k
Cited by: 4
References: 84

Abstract

This study developed biodegradable composite coatings and films using chitosan (CS), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), and gelatin enriched with Rosa rubiginosa extract (RRE) to enhance the shelf life of strawberries.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds

Publication details

Journal / source
Sustainable Food Technology
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
4
Issue
3
Pages
2895–2911
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN