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ReviewFood chemistry: X2025

Recent trends in basil seed gum-based films and coatings for food packaging: An updated review.

Shahriyar Sahraeian, Hadi Hashemi, Fatemeh Ghiasi, Mohammad-Taghi Golmakani, Shahriyar Valizadeh, Reza Tahergorabi, Yana Artemovna Firsukova, Amin Mousavi Khaneghah

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Review in Food chemistry: X, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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8 authors.

Shahriyar SahraeianDepartment of Food Science & Technology, Agricultural College, Shiraz University, Iran.
Hadi HashemiDepartment of Food Science & Technology, Agricultural College, Shiraz University, Iran.
Fatemeh GhiasiDepartment of Food Science & Technology, Agricultural College, Shiraz University, Iran.
Mohammad-Taghi GolmakaniDepartment of Food Science & Technology, Agricultural College, Shiraz University, Iran.
Shahriyar ValizadehFood and Nutritional Sciences Program, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro, NC, USA.
Reza TahergorabiFood and Nutritional Sciences Program, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Greensboro, NC, USA.
Yana Artemovna FirsukovaFaculty of Biotechnologies (BioTech), ITMO University 191002, 9 Lomonosova Street, Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Amin Mousavi KhaneghahFaculty of Biotechnologies (BioTech), ITMO University 191002, 9 Lomonosova Street, Saint Petersburg, Russia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Basil seed gum (BSG) is a natural, biodegradable hydrocolloid derived from basil seeds with promising applications in food packaging. Due to its biocompatibility, film-forming capacity, and favorable mechanical and barrier properties, BSG is an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic packaging. This review highlights the development and functional properties of BSG-based films and coatings, especially for preserving perishable foods like seafood, meat, poultry, fruits, and fried products. BSG films offer excellent protection against moisture, oxygen, and microbial growth, enhancing food safety and shelf life. They also improve the sensory attributes of food, including texture and appearance. Incorporating bioactive compounds can add antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits. These sustainable films support waste reduction and offer cost-effective packaging solutions. However, further studies are needed to refine formulations and validate large-scale applications. Collaborative efforts between researchers and industry stakeholders are essential to advance BSG's commercial use in sustainable food packaging.

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Basil seed gumCoatingsEdible filmsFood industryShelf lifeSustainability

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PMCPMC12410581

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