
This book addresses the significance of active packaging for enhancing quality and safety of various packaged foods. It also addresses bioactive materials used for packing food products, and application of nano materials in an active packaging system.

Microbial attacks occur on food surfaces even when the food is packaged. This can be attributed to moisture permeability in the packaging materials and other environmental conditions. Therefore, active agents like antimicrobial components and antioxidants must be incorporated...