ReviewFoods (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Emerging Trends in Active Packaging for Food: A Six-Year Review.
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14 citing papers in PubMed.
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- Enhancing Antioxidant and Storage Stability of Upcycled Fruit Bars Through NADES-Based Lavender Extract Addition.Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Nano-Enabled Advances in Tea Tree Essential Oil (Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- From In Vitro Antimicrobial Activity to Food Applications: Limitations of Essential Oils in Real Food Systems.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Plant antimicrobials: extraction, characterization and activity against foodborne microorganisms.Folia microbiologica · 2026Review
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- Smart logistics of perishable goods: emerging nanomaterial-based sensing technologies for real-time monitoring and analytical control.Journal of nanobiotechnology · 2026Review
- High-Resistant Packaging EPDM/SEBS Blends Processed by γ-Irradiation.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Obtention and Characterization of Bio-Based Composite PBAT/PLA Active Trays for Fresh Food Packaging.Polymers · 2026Article
- Sustainable PLA-Citronella Essential Oil Films: Development and In Vitro Antifungal Evaluation for Potential Blueberry Packaging Applications.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Active Antimicrobial Packaging Systems: Mechanisms of Microbial Control and Applications in Food Preservation.Biology · 2026Review
- Advances and Challenges in Smart Packaging Technologies for the Food Industry: Trends, Applications, and Sustainability Considerations.Foods (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
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Abstract
The development of active food packaging has evolved rapidly in recent years, offering innovative solutions to enhance food preservation and safety while addressing sustainability challenges. This review compiles and analyzes recent advancements (2019-2024) in release-type active packaging, focusing on essential oils, natural extracts, and phenolic compounds as active agents. Primarily plant-derived, these compounds exhibit significant antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, extending shelf life and enhancing food quality. Technological strategies such as encapsulation and polymer blending have been increasingly adopted to overcome challenges related to volatility, solubility, and sensory impact. Integrating bio-based polymers, including chitosan, starch, and polylactic acid, further supports the development of environmentally friendly packaging systems. This review also highlights trends in compound-specific research, release mechanisms, and commercial applications, including a detailed analysis of patents and case studies across various food matrices. These developments have already been translated into practical applications, such as antimicrobial sachets for meat and essential oil-based pads for fresh produce. Moreover, by promoting the valorization of agro-industrial by-products and the use of biodegradable materials, emission-type active packaging contributes to the principles of the circular economy. This comprehensive overview underscores the potential of natural bioactive compounds in advancing sustainable and functional food packaging technologies.
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