Chitosan
Novel Applications in Food Systems

Provides a detailed understanding of the uses of chitosan in food systems and food safety

Ioannis Savvaidis (Edited by)

9780128216637, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 9 March 2023

362 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 2.3 cm, 0.45 kg

Chitosan: Novel Applications in Food Systems is a practical resource for those looking to understand new applications of chitosan in the food industry. The content presented is written by experts in the field who have worked on the latest application of chitosan-based research to help researchers and scientists understand how recent applications combined with traditional food preservation hurdles, or novel hurdles such as active packaging, irradiation and essential oils can improve methods of controlling microorganisms in foods. With an emphasis of potential of chitosan in food safety this reference briefly summarizes what chitosan-based research has already done for the industry, including potential applications.

1. Application of chitosan in active food packaging 2. Chitosan-based coatings and plant extracts 3. Chitosan nanoparticles as used against food pathogens 4. Chitosan nanoparticles with essential oils in food preservation 5. Chitosan as an antimicrobial agent to increase shelf life of foods 6. Application of chitosan on seafood safety and quality 7. Chitosan and use of pomegranate-based films in foods 8. Chitosan: a potential antimicrobial agent to enhance microbial safety and shelf life of salad dips and ethnic foods 9. Chitosan and hurdle technologies to extend the shelf life or reassure the safety of food formulations and ready-to-eat/cook preparations/meals

Subject Areas: Food & beverage technology [TDCT], Biotechnology [TCB]