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Regenerated Cellulose
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This review paper looks at how regenerated cellulose, made from plant fibers, could replace plastic food packaging. Since it breaks down naturally instead of shedding microplastics into our food and environment, it may offer a safer, eco-friendly alternative. The authors note that more research is still needed to confirm its safety and practicality.
Nowadays, nonbiodegradable plastic packaging materials have caused serious disposal and pollution challenges, endangering human health and development. The use of biodegradable packing materials can assist in solving the problem. Cellulose (CEL) is plentiful and sustainable, hence CEL-based materials have been proposed as an alternative to petroleum-based plastic food packaging. Regenerated CEL food packaging is becoming increasingly popular due to its renewable raw ingredients and superior environmental performance. Finally, the biodegradability and safety of CEL-based materials are discussed, along with future potential and difficulties in this busy research field. The present chapter focuses on contemporary methodologies for producing RC-based shapes and their prospective use in food and healthcare product packaging. Biodegradability and toxicity issues are discussed, as well as future potential, challenges, and research paths.
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