Anthocyanin-based intelligent food packaging films reinforced with ginger pseudostem cellulose fibers: a sustainable approach for real-time freshness monitoring of perishable foods
Abstract
) compared to the film containing only anthocyanin. The mechanical properties of the films were enhanced upon the incorporation of anthocyanin and reinforcement with 1.0 wt% CFs, as evidenced by increases in tensile strength (from 21.09 to 32.21 MPa), elongation at break (from 261.06% to 404.68%), and Young's modulus (from 91.72 to 97.05 MPa). The practical applicability of the films was evaluated by monitoring the freshness of refrigerated shrimp, during which distinct color changes from pinkish-brown to green were observed in response to freshness deterioration. Overall, the developed intelligent films demonstrate strong potential for monitoring the freshness of perishable foods, including meat and seafood, thereby contributing to improved food quality assurance and consumer safety.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging
Advanced Cellulose Research Studies
Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites
Publication details
- Journal / source
- RSC Advances
- Publisher
- Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
- Volume
- 16
- Issue
- 33
- Pages
- 30563–30581
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN