date:May 15, 2020
vera and pectinates. Polysaccharides-based coatings create a modified atmosphere to maintain the quality of food produce. Polysaccharides are hydrophilic in nature, and can be used as gas barrier while cannot retard water loss effectively whereas, some polysaccharides, can be used to retard moisture loss of fruits/vegetables.
Lipid-based Coatings
Various fatty acids, waxes and resins are generally used for coating material for fruits/vegetables as lipid-based coating. It provides barrier mainly