Academic Press Active Food Packaging: Principles, Technologies and Innovations

Active Food Packaging: Principles, Technologies and Innovations, a volume in the Sustainable Food Packaging series, is a comprehensive guide to the latest developments in active packaging for food products. This book provides an overview of active packaging and its various types, advantages, and challenges, as well as a detailed analysis of different active packaging technologies such as oxygen scavengers, antimicrobial agents, moisture absorbers, and ethylene absorbers. It also covers the latest innovations and applications of active food packaging, including intelligent active packaging, shelf-life extension, food safety and quality control, sustainability, waste reduction, and nanotechnology. With the growing importance of sustainability and increasing demand for understanding the complex principles and technologies involved in active food packaging, this series of books represents a comprehensive guide to navigating this rapidly evolving landscape. Covers active food packaging technologies and their applications in food preservation, safety, and sustainability Brings in-depth coverage of different types of active food packaging Offers case studies and practical examples of successful implementation of active food packaging technologies in the food industry Discusses the role of active food packaging in addressing global challenges related to food security, waste reduction, and environmental sustainability