Physicochemical and antimicrobial properties of biodegradable films based on Gellan and Carboxymethyl cellulose containing rosemary essential oil

Abstract

selected optimal film, in addition to suitable mechanical properties, also showed acceptable results for other evaluated properties. Therefore, due to its mechanical, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, it can be use as a packaging to increase the shelf life of food products. Keywords: Gellan, Carboxymethyl cellulose, Rosemary Essential oil, Biodegradable Film, Mechanical Properties