Decolorization of a Corn Fiber Arabinoxylan Extract and Formulation of Biodegradable Films for Food Packaging

Corn fiber from the corn starch industry is a by-product produced in large quantity that is mainly used in animal feed formulations, though it is still rich in valuable components, such as arabinoxylans, with proven film-forming ability. During arabinoxylans’ recovery under alkaline extraction, a da...

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Main Authors: Verónica Weng, Carla Brazinha, Isabel M. Coelhoso, Vitor D. Alves
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Membranes
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0375/11/5/321