Nanocellulose-Reinforced Thermoplastic Starch Composites

Nanocellulose-Reinforced Thermoplastic Starch Composites PDF Author: Rushdan Ahmad Ilyas
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN: 3110773600
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 494

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Book Description
Starch biopolymer reinforced with nanocellulose has the potential to replace conventional petroleum-based packaging. The book covers new materials for food packaging applications and the opportunities and challenges of bionanocomposites. It discusses environmental aspects of biobased packaging, socio-economic impact, life cycle cost analysis, market and consumers perceptions and preferences.  Covers development and characterization of various starch biopolymer reinforced with nanocellulose.  Includes chapters from leading industrial and academic experts who present cutting-edge research.  Includes case studies on biobased packaging.