Starch-Based Nanofibres for Food Packaging Application

Abstract

Nanofibres from renewable resources-based starch for food packaging development are a promising innovation that satisfies both consumers and food industries. Starch-based nanofibres are known for their excellent physical characteristics and their immensely high surface area and are relevant for food packaging applications. Starch-based nanofibres are relevant for applications in food packaging. The nanotechnology from which the starch-based nanofibres are derived is relatively recent in the food industry. This chapter underlines the advanced technologies for the methods of production of starch-based nanofibres as material for food packaging. The structure and characteristics of the starch used for the production of nanofibres are provided. These nanofibre's characteristics and their use for food packaging are also discussed. Furthermore, the challenges and future perspectives for manufacturing cost-effective food packaging based on starch nanofibres are presented. © 2024 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.