{"product_id":"nanotechnology-for-sustainable-food-packaging-isbn-9781119875123","title":"Nanotechnology for Sustainable Food Packaging","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLatest techniques for the development of biodegradable food packaging casings with commentary on safety concerns and regulatory frameworks\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNanotechnology for Sustainable Food Packaging\u003c\/i\u003e covers the latest techniques and applications of nanotechnology, demonstrating capabilities to revolutionize the food packaging sector. This includes concepts of biodegradable food packaging, approaches to improve material functionality, robust sensing systems, and the scope of employing advanced analytical and computational approaches to support progress in the field. Throughout, the text focuses on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including life cycle analysis, biodegradability, green practices, eco-friendliness, and sustainability. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book explores the major food packaging matrixes (polymers, edible films, and multilayers), different categories of advances (composites, active and intelligent packaging), labeling considerations, region- and country-specific regulatory frameworks, and safety concerns. Readers will also find a futuristic preview of this rapidly advancing field and an overview of lab-ready technologies with the potential for commercialization. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by a team of highly qualified authors, \u003ci\u003eNanotechnology for Sustainable Food Packaging\u003c\/i\u003e discusses sample topics including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNanotechnology’s potential to improve the shelf life of food products, the chemistry and functionality of different materials based on merits and possible challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSources, chemistry, and functionality of various bio-based sources and their usage as nanocomposites, and bio-based alternatives, drawbacks, and research trends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioactive compounds in food packaging and their benefits, preparation methods, characterization approaches, delivery, and assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface modification approaches through sustainable physico-chemical approaches, and the development of flexible packaging materials suitable for specific requirements such as nonthermal processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNanotechnology for Sustainable Food Packaging\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential scientific and technological reference for scientists and R\u0026amp;D personnel who are interested in advancing food packaging technologies. The book is also valuable for students, researchers, and food industry professionals studying nanotechnology in food, food packaging, and food science and technology. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Contributors xvii \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xxiii \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Nanotechnology in the Food Industry 1  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eP. Santhoshkumar and Jeyan\u003c\/i\u003eA. \u003ci\u003eMoses\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1 Introduction 1 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2 Nanotechnology in the Food Industry 2 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3 Conclusion 10 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 10 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Trends in Food Packaging and the Scope of Nanotechnology 15  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDravin Pratap\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eSingh\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eIla\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eSingh\u003c\/i\u003e, B. S. \u003ci\u003eUnnikrishnan\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eGopinath\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003ePackirisamy\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1 Introduction 15 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2 Role of Nanotechnology in Food Packaging 16 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3 Types of Nanomaterials Deployed in Food Packaging 18 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4 Categorization of Food Packaging 23 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5 Effects of Food Packaging Materials on the Environment 28 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.6 Future Scope of Nanotechnology in Food Packaging 29 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.7 The Commercial Value of Food Packaging in the Market 29 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.8 Patents Related to Food Packaging 30 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.9 Conclusion 33 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgment 33 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 33 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Polymer-Based Nanocomposites in Food Packaging 41  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVijayakumar Raja, L. Mahalakshmi\u003c\/i\u003e, M. \u003ci\u003eMaria\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eLeena\u003c\/i\u003e, and C. \u003ci\u003eAnandharamakrishnan\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1 Introduction 41 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2 Types of Polymers 42 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3 Types of Fillers 42 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4 Polymer Nanocomposites – Preparation Methods 43 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5 Mechanism of Reinforcement 44 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.6 Common Polymer Nanocomposites Used in Food-Packaging Systems 45 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.7 Applications in Food Packaging 47 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.8 Properties of Polymer Nanocomposites 48 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.9 Environmental Impact 53 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.10 Conclusion 54 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 54 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Inorganic and Metal Oxide Nanomaterials in Food Packaging 63  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAkanksha Shetty, Rishab\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eSubramaniam\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eSundus\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eNida\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1 Introduction 63 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2 Types and Functions of Nanomaterials in Food Packaging 64 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3 Inorganic and Metal Oxide Nanomaterials Applied in Food Packaging 71 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4 Properties of Inorganic and Metal\/Metal Oxide Nanoparticles 74 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.5 Legislation and Regulatory Aspects 77 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.6 Applications in Food Systems 78 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.7 Conclusion and Future Trends 79 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 80 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Edible Coatings: Concept, Applications and Toxicological Aspects 83  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLuana S. C. Carnaval, Andrelina\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eMaria\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003ePinheiro\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eSantos\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBetty\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eDel\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eCarmen\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eJarma\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eArroyo\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eEnayde\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003ede\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eAlmeida\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eMelo\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAmit\u003c\/i\u003e K. \u003ci\u003eJaiswal\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eSwarna\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eJaiswal\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1 Introduction 83 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2 Edible Coating Concept, Nanotechnology, and Raw Materials Applied to These Matrices 84 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3 Methods of Coating 85 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4 Nanocomposites and Bio-Based Materials for Edible Coatings 92 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.5 The Essential Properties of Bio-Nanocomposite Coatings 94 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.6 Coatings as Substance Releasers or Carriers in Food Models 95 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.7 General Safety Aspects Related to the Development of Food Contact Materials 98 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.8 Toxicological Aspects, Safety, and Components Migration Related to Edible Coatings 99 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.9 Conclusion and Prospects 100 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgment 100 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConflicts of Interest 101 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 101 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Multilayer Flexible Films for Bio-Based Food Packaging 111  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaria José Costa, Victor Souza, Lorenzo Pastrana\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eMiguel\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e ngelo\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eCerqueira\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.1 Introduction 111 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2 Bio-Based Materials and Methodologies 112 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3 Multilayer Structures 119 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.4 Food Applications 125 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.5 Conclusion 127 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 127 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 127 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Nanoencapsulation and Nanodelivery Through Food Packaging 135  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVimala S. K. Bharathi and Digvir\u003c\/i\u003e S. \u003ci\u003eJayas\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1 Introduction 135 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2 Food-Packaging Applications 138 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.3 Perishable Food Applications 140 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4 Stored Grains 145 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.5 Health and Environmental Impacts of Nanoencapsulated Materials 149 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.6 Summary and Prospects 151 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 151 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Active Packaging: Concept, Applications, and Regulatory Aspects 161  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA. Vanmathi\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eMugasundari\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eJeyan\u003c\/i\u003e A. \u003ci\u003eMoses\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.1 Introduction 161 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2 Types and Mechanisms of Nano Material-Based Active Packaging 162 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.3 Nanomaterial-Based Active Packaging Enhancements in MAP 172 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.4 Emerging Concepts and Future Trends 172 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.5 Regulatory Considerations and Safety 174 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.6 Conclusion 174 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 175 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Intelligent Packaging: Concept, Applications, and Regulatory Aspects 183  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKalpani Y. Perera, Luana\u003c\/i\u003e S. C. \u003ci\u003eCarnaval\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAmit\u003c\/i\u003e K. \u003ci\u003eJaiswal\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eSwarna\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eJaiswal\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.1 Introduction 183 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.2 Concepts of Intelligent Packaging 185 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3 Types of Intelligent Packaging 186 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4 Nanotechnological Applications in Intelligent Packaging 195 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5 Applications of Intelligent Food Packaging for Meat\/Fish, Fruits, Vegetables, and Dairy Products 198 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.6 Regulatory Aspects 203 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.7 Conclusion and Future Perspective 203 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgment 204 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 204 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Biosensors and Nanosensors for Quality Evaluation in Food Packaging 211  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDevika Yadav, Vijayakumar\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eRaja\u003c\/i\u003e, and C. \u003ci\u003eAnandharamakrishnan\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1 Introduction 211 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.2 General Working Principles of Biosensors, Nanosensors and Bio-Nanosensors 212 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3 Applications of Biosensors, Nanosensors, and Bio-Nanosensors in Food Packaging 214 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.4 Challenges and Future Trends 224 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.5 Conclusion 224 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 225 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Biodegradable Food Packaging and Additive Manufacturing Technology 237  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdity Bahndral\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eRafeeya\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eShams\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003ePintu\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eChoudhary\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1 Introduction 237 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2 Emerging Concerns on the Usage of Synthetic Polymers 239 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.3 Biodegradable Materials Used for Food Packaging 242 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.4 Advantages and Limitations of Biodegradable Polymer 249 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.5 Bionanocomposites for Food Packaging 250 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.6 Biodegradation and Waste Valorization of Eco-friendly and Sustainable Biopolymers 253 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.7 Market Trends in Biodegradable Food Packaging 254 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.8 Emerging Applications of Novel Techniques for the Development of Biodegradable Packaging Materials 261 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.9 Conclusion and Future Perspective 264 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 265 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Nanoscale Surface Modification by Fatty Acid Grafting Technologies 281\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCorina L. Reichert, Lisa-Marie Dietz, and Markus Schmid\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1 Introduction 281 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2 Chemical Process 282 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3 Upscaling Options and Requirements 291 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.4 Industrial Fields of Application 292 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.5 Legal Aspects 295 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.6 Occupational Safety 296 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.7 Sustainability Aspects and Future Scenarios 297 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 300 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 301 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Applications of Nanotechnology in the Packaging of Special\/Space Foods 305  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVidushi Kapoor, Vijayakumar\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eRaja\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eIshita\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eNeogi\u003c\/i\u003e, and C. \u003ci\u003eAnandharamakrishnan\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1 Introduction 305 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2 Criteria for Packaging of Space Foods 306 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.3 Evolution of Space Foods and Packaging Technologies 307 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.4 Exploration Agencies and Their Packaging Trends 307 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.5 Applicability of Nano Packaging to Processed Space Foods 309 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.6 Emerging\/Novel Space Food Packaging Technologies 313 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.7 Challenges Faced in Space Food Packaging 316 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.8 Use of Nanotechnology for Quality Detection of Space Foods 317 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.9 Future Scope of Packaging Materials for Space Foods 317 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.10 Conclusion and Outlook 318 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 319 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Life Cycle Analysis in Food Packaging 325  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eShweta Deotale, Divyajyoti\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eBiswal\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eSachin\u003c\/i\u003e A. \u003ci\u003eMandavgane\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.1 Introduction 325 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.2 Sustainable Food Packaging 327 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.3 Life Cycle Assessment 328 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.4 LCA of Nanofood Packaging 335 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.5 Environmental Impacts of Nanofood Packaging Materials 338 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.6 Major Challenges and Future Perspective 340 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14.7 Conclusion 340 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 341 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15 Migratory Effects, Safety, and Concerns of Nanofood Packaging 345  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRahul Kumar and Kanishka\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eBhunia\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.1 Introduction 345 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.2 Nanomaterial Types in Nanofood Packaging 346 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.3 Migration of Nanomaterials from Packaging 350 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.4 Factors Affecting the Migration 352 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.5 Diffusion Models and Their Terminologies 355 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.6 Migration Modeling 358 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.7 Modeling Approaches for Different Packaging Materials 363 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.8 Migration Modeling Software 364 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.9 Migratory Effects of Nanoparticles on Food 366 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.10 Migration Tests 366 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.11 Toxicological Effect of Nanoparticles on Human Health 369 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.12 Safety Regulation 370 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15.13 Final Remarks 371 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 372 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Global Regulatory Frameworks for Nanomaterials in Food Packaging 381  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSingam Suranjoy\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eSingh\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAnns\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eAnnie\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eGigi\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePrasanth\u003c\/i\u003e K. S. \u003ci\u003ePillai\u003c\/i\u003e, and K.V. \u003ci\u003eRagavan\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.1 Introduction 381 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.2 Scope of Nanomaterials in Food Packaging 381 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.3 Regulations in Different Regions 392 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.4 Guidelines for the Evaluation of Nano-Based Agri Inputs and Food Products in India 395 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.5 Global Standards 398 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.6 Market Trends and Consumer Preference 400 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16.7 Perspectives and Conclusion 402 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 402 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e17 Nanotechnology Solutions in Food Packaging: Present and Future 409  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNavjot Kaur, Hamid, and Pintu\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eChoudhary\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.1 Introduction 409 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.2 Current Status of Food Nanotechnology 411 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.3 Applications in Food Packaging Industry 412 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.4 Future Prospective 418 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17.5 Conclusion 420 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 421 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e18 Sustainability and Future of Nanofood Packaging 427  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJ. Cyril Robinson Azariah\u003c\/i\u003e, D. \u003ci\u003eSungeetha\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eAshley\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eGeorge\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eThomas\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.1 An Introduction to Sustainable Packaging 427 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.2 Potential Future Applications for Smart Packaging with Various Food Products 429 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.3 The Future of Antimicrobial Packaging Systems 431 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.4 Nanotechnology in Sustainable Plastics for Food Packaging 434 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.5 Sustainable Preparation Methods for Nanomaterials 435 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.6 Future Research Areas Based on Societal Demand and Emerging Approaches 435 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.7 Nondestructive Quality Checks 436 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.8 Novel Sustainable Advanced Materials and Their Future Scope 437 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18.9 Conclusion 437 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 437 \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 441\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eC. Anandharamakrishnan,\u003c\/b\u003e Director, CSIR – National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST), Ministry of Science and Technology – Government of India, Thiruvananthapuram, India \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJeyan A. Moses,\u003c\/b\u003e Assistant Professor and In-charge, Computational Modeling and Nanoscale Processing Unit, National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T), Thanjavur, India \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eM. Maria Leena,\u003c\/b\u003e Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tiruchirappalli, India   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLatest techniques for the development of biodegradable food packaging casings with commentary on safety concerns and regulatory frameworks\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNanotechnology for Sustainable Food Packaging\u003c\/i\u003e covers the latest techniques and applications of nanotechnology, demonstrating capabilities to revolutionize the food packaging sector. This includes concepts of biodegradable food packaging, approaches to improve material functionality, robust sensing systems, and the scope of employing advanced analytical and computational approaches to support progress in the field. Throughout, the text focuses on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including life cycle analysis, biodegradability, green practices, eco-friendliness, and sustainability. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book explores the major food packaging matrixes (polymers, edible films, and multilayers), different categories of advances (composites, active and intelligent packaging), labeling considerations, region- and country-specific regulatory frameworks, and safety concerns. Readers will also find a futuristic preview of this rapidly advancing field and an overview of lab-ready technologies with the potential for commercialization. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by a team of highly qualified authors, \u003ci\u003eNanotechnology for Sustainable Food Packaging\u003c\/i\u003e discusses sample topics including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNanotechnology’s potential to improve the shelf life of food products, the chemistry and functionality of different materials based on merits and possible challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSources, chemistry, and functionality of various bio-based sources and their usage as nanocomposites, and bio-based alternatives, drawbacks, and research trends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioactive compounds in food packaging and their benefits, preparation methods, characterization approaches, delivery, and assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface modification approaches through sustainable physico-chemical approaches, and the development of flexible packaging materials suitable for specific requirements such as nonthermal processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNanotechnology for Sustainable Food Packaging\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential scientific and technological reference for scientists and R\u0026amp;D personnel who are interested in advancing food packaging technologies. 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