China Plastics ›› 2025, Vol. 39 ›› Issue (7): 121-129.DOI: 10.19491/j.issn.1001-9278.2025.07.018

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Application progress of modified atmosphere packaging technology based on biopolyester materials in field of fruit/vegetable quality and safety

SUN Ying1,2(), BAI Lin1, WANG Rong3, WENG Yunxuan1,2()   

  1. 1.School of Light Industry and Engineering,Beijing Technology and Business University,Beijing 100048,China
    2.Institute of Plastic Processing & Application of Light Industry,Beijing 100048,China
    3.School of Computer and Artificial Intelligence,Beijing 100048,China
  • Received:2024-07-10 Online:2025-07-26 Published:2025-07-22

Abstract:

Fruits and vegetables, while nutritionally essential, face significant postharvest challenges including ongoing cellular respiration, transpiration, mechanical damage, and microbial contamination that accelerate spoilage and contribute to substantial food waste. Preservation technologies have thus become critical for extending shelf life and reducing losses. In the context of global “dual carbon” objectives and plastic restriction policies, biodegradable materials have emerged as a sustainable solution for food packaging applications. This review examined the principles of modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) and classifies current biodegradable substrate materials. The review also systematically analyzed recent advances in MAP⁃combined biodegradable packaging systems for fruit and vegetable preservation, highlighting their dual benefits in food quality maintenance and environmental protection. Finally, future development directions in this field were discussed, aiming to provide theoretical foundations and practical insights for next⁃generation sustainable preservation technologies.

Key words: modified atmosphere packaging, biodegradation, active packaging, quality of fruits and vegetables, food safety, shelf life of fruit and vegetable

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