Exploring urea as a prospective auxiliary for starch functionalization: A concise review on modified starch properties and the sustainable packaging films

Urea is also known as carbamide, an inexpensive and eco-friendly additive for starch functionalization. This article reviews the potential role of urea in starch modification, with the prominence of the mechanism of urea action, alterations in the starch structure and functional properties. In addit...

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Published in:	Food chemistry 2024-10, Vol.455, p.139914, Article 139914
Main Authors:	Sudheesh, Cherakkathodi, Varsha, Latha, Siddiqui, Shahida Anusha, Sunooj, Kappat Valiyapeediyekkal, Pillai, Saju
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Subjects:	Biodegradable films bioplastics carbohydrate structure food chemistry Food Packaging - instrumentation Modification modified starch Physico-chemical properties Starch - chemistry Starch carbamate Urea Urea - chemistry
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