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Title: UTILIZATION OF BIOBASED MATERIALS IN FOOD PACKAGING

Author
item Glenn, Gregory - Greg
item Ludvik, Charles
item Klamczynski, Artur
item Shey, Justin
item Chiou, Bor-Sen
item Holtman, Kevin
item Orts, William
item Wood, Delilah - De

Submitted to: Meeting Abstract
Publication Type: Abstract Only
Publication Acceptance Date: 4/24/2006
Publication Date: 4/24/2006
Citation: Glenn, G.M., Ludvik, C.N., Klamczynski, A., Shey, J., Chiou, B., Holtman, K.M., Orts, W.J., Wood, D.F. 2006. Utilization of biobased materials in food packaging. ARS-Mexico Biotechnology Conference, Monterey, Mexico, April 24-28, 2006, Paper #1.

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: Consumers are becoming more aware of the need to use single-use containers that are environmentally sound. This paper describes the current status of plastics and composites used in the food service industry. The overall focus is on starch based composite materials that are laminated with a biodegradable film to provide moisture resistance. The future of the food service industry is discussed.