Seaweeds in food contact materials: properties, applications and migrations aspects

The use of raw seaweed extracts and seaweed products in the creation of food contact materials (FCMs) has received a lot of attention in recent years. Seaweed is used in the production of FCMs like sachets, edible coatings, edible films, intelligent packaging, and active packaging. The objective of this chapter is to present an overview of the utilization of various seaweed-derived materials employed in the production of FCMs as well as their impact properties on FCMs. Further, the applications, migration and legislation of seaweed-based FCMs are discussed. Seaweed has been demonstrated to enhance a number of properties in FCMs, including superior mechanical properties, thermal stability, antioxidant properties, antibacterial characteristics, and favorable permeability qualities. FCM made of seaweed can be used to package a variety of foods, including fruits and meat products, while extending their shelf life and other quality attributes.