Protein-Based Films and Coatings

by Aristippos Gennadios (Editor)

Overview

This volume presents the most up-to-date and detailed information available on protein-based biopolymer films and coatings. It provides a comprehensive overview of the design, technology, properties, functionality, and applications of biopolymer films and coatings (edible and inedible) from plant and animal proteins. Both widely commercialized and

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781040066775
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	02/07/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	672
File size:	24 MB
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Table of Contents

Contents include: Proteins as Raw Materials for Films and Coatings. Formation and Properties of Corn Zein, Wheat Gluten, Soy Protein, Cottonseed Protein, Whey Protein, Casein, Fish Myofibrillar Protein, Egg White, Wool Keratin, Collagen, and Gelatin Films and Coatings. Modeling Water Vapor, Gas, and Solute Transport through Protein Films. Pharmaceutical Applications. Application of Edible Coatings on Muscle Foods. Use of Proteins in Edible Coatings for Fruits and Vegetables. Protein-Based Edible Coatings for Fried Foods, Nuts and Nut-Containing Food Products, and Military Packaging Applications. Edible Films and Coatings as Aroma Barriers. Kosher and Halal Issues. Soy Protein Utilization in Compression-Molded, Extruded, and Injection-Molded Degradable Plastics.

Editorial Reviews

Contributions from international researchers and practitioners discuss the design, technology, properties, and functionality of biopolymer films and coatings made from plant and animal proteins. Some of the applications discussed include proteins as microencapsulating agents in pharmaceutical applications; hard and soft gelatin capsules; edible films and coatings carrying antimicrobial agents; and military food packaging. Coverage extends to kosher and halal issues and the uses of soy protein in biodegradable plastics. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

"…provides a comprehensive overview of the products, design, process technology, and applications of biopolymer-derived films and coatings. Expert contributors provide thorough reviews of related interdisciplinary research, design, and applications. It discusses the most up-to-date and detailed information available on high-volume plant and animal protein-based biopolymer edible and inedible films and coatings.

- Jamil Baghdachi, Coatings Research Institute, Eastern Michigan University, in Inform, Vol. 13

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