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STRENGTHEN THE PACKAGING

in the sachets and placed in the packaging; the chemical agent can be inserted to film-
forming or laminated on the surface of the packaging. The active packaging is produced
and provided specific properties and can be divided into scavenging systems and releasing
systems.
• A scavenging or absorbing system is designed to eliminate unwanted substances
from the product and headspace without the movement between adsorbents and samples
to extend their shelf life.
• A releasing or emitting system was developed to control the release of beneficial
substances inside the packaging. These can be an odorous substance, bioactive compound,
and antimicrobial. This substance can restrict undesirable reactions and microbial growth
that cause food spoilage and maintain the stability of food.

shelf life. Moreover, active packaging also
enhances opportunities and facilitates
product transportation from one location to
another, increasing economic value and
business competition. Active packaging is
an excellent solution for a wide range of
applications both for manufacturers and
consumers. The developments of novel
preservation and shelf-life extension for food
products started from adding many foods'
additives followed by sterilization process
and packaging technology, respectively.
Most industries then pay more attention to
novel food packaging and develop it in
various food products.

Novel food packaging for
extending shelf-life
Active packaging can be defined as
packaging that changes the condition of the
packed food to extend shelf-life or maintain
the quality, including sensory properties,
nutrition, and safety while ensuring remain
the package structuring within the period of
time. This active packaging is considered a
new material and popularly used in many
food products because it has particular
features. Moreover, it can control the
movement of the main composition
atmosphere in and out of food packaging,
so the food remains fresh and desired
quality. The active substance can be added

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