Ovidiu Oprea

Enhanced Bread Shelf Life Using Carboxymethyl Cellulose Composite Films with Combined Antibacterial Activity of Zinc Oxide and Cinnamon Essential Oil

Cellulose is the most abundant natural polymer and is widely used in the packaging industry. One of the primary functions of food packaging is to protect food products from spoilage and extend their shelf life. Although cellulose lacks inherent antimicrobial activity, this limita...