Violacein-containing chitosan as light-sensitive, antioxidant and antibacterial hydrogels towards sustainable food packaging

Key Points

• The aim is to create multifunctional packaging films that integrate chitosan with violacein for food preservation.
• Developed hydrogels using chitosan and violacein
• Tested antioxidant and antibacterial properties
• Evaluated the biodegradability of the films
• The films exhibited significant antioxidant activity
• Antibacterial properties were effective against common foodborne pathogens
• Biodegradability was confirmed, supporting environmental sustainability

Abstract