Multifunctional nanoclays for food contact applications
J.-M. Lagarón and M.-A. Busolo, Novel Materials and Nanotechnology Group, IATA-CSIC, Spain
Abstract:
This chapter introduces a novel type of nanomaterials based on nanoclays, which provide in addition to the well-known benefits associated with the reinforcing effect of layered nanoclays, the capacity to deliver active new functionalities to packaging materials. More specifically, it is shown how active metals or their compounds can be nanoscaled and stabilized on the surface of nanoclays to provide antimicrobial and oxygen-scavenging capacity while being able to nicely disperse within packaging polymers to deliver both enhanced physical performance and active functionalities.
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