Organic-Based Nanomaterials and Their Use in Food Packaging

Bio-based material in food packaging has gained more attention to reduce environmental concerns, and several strategies are continuously evolving to improve film’s physical and functional properties. In recent years, integrating bio-based nanocomposites with polymer matrix has attracted the attention of industry and researchers to increase the quality of film properties. It has been observed that the BNC matrix improves the barrier and mechanical properties of the bio-source packaging material. In addition, organic-based nanomaterial is used as an active and intelligent packaging material for different types of food products. This chapter discusses the process techniques used for making nanocomposite-based packaging material. Also, this article emphasizes different forms of nanomaterial used in food packaging and provides information on various applications in food packaging systems as antimicrobial, antioxidant, and intelligent indicators.