Active packaging, intelligent packaging and smart packaging are often used interchangeably to denote packaging that’s been designed to cope with a more demanding landscape. But, strictly speaking, UK researchers claim each has its own unique base of technologies,...
Europe lags five to eight years behind Asia in its adoption of active and intelligent packaging (AIP) technologies, with consumer fear and legislation the biggest obstacles to implementation, according to the Active & Intelligent Packaging Industry...
Cinnamon-based active packaging is a suitable alternative to modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) for gluten-free bread on both a microbiological and sensory basis, finds new research.
A scientist at the Fraunhofer Instituteas developed new antimicrobial active packaging film that targets microorganisms on the surface of meat, fish and cheese to extend product shelf life.
Incorporating cinnamon and oregano essential oils (EO) into certain plastics provides antimicrobial properties, new research into active packaging has found.
