Brazil successfully developed antimicrobial plastic film

Recently, the Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil, successfully developed a new type of food packaging material, which can not only extend the shelf life of foods, but also reduce the intake of preservatives by consumers.

The plastic film contains an antimicrobial agent that can gradually release preservatives to the food within a period of time. The new material can effectively ensure the quality of the food. Consumers who consume food at the beginning of the shelf life can also reduce the intake of excess preservatives. Experiments conducted by the researchers on bread and sausages showed that the bread wrapped in a new type of packaging paper made from this film did not breed any microorganisms after 15 days of storage. Researchers will also use the technology in anti-corrosion plastic bottles in the future.