The Use of Biopolymers as a Natural Matrix for Incorporation of Essential Oils of Medicinal Plants.

ABSTRACT: The benefits of using biopolymers for the development of films and coatings are well known. The enrichment of these material properties through various natural additions has led to their applicability in various fields. Essential oils, which are well-known for their beneficial properties, are widely used as encapsulating agents in films based on biopolymers. In this study, we developed biopolymer-based films and tested their properties following the addition of 7.5% and 15% (w/v) essential oils of lemon, orange, grapefruit, cinnamon, clove, chamomile, ginger, eucalyptus or mint. The samples were tested immediately after development and after one year of storage in order to examine possible long-term property changes. All films showed reductions in mass, thickness and microstr

SUBMITTER: Gheorghita Puscaselu R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9690358 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature