Edible films can enhance food quality by acting as
moisture, gas, aroma, and lipid barriers and providing
protection to a food product after the primary package
is opened. Renewed interest in edible films in recent
years is due to concerns about the environment and a
need to reduce the amount of disposable packaging, as
well as consumer demand for higher-quality food products.
Edible films provide food processors with a number
of new and unique opportunities for product processing,
handling, and development