Abstract

Case Report

Application of Bioactive Cotton Packages for Packaging and Storage of Grains Using Aromatic Components

Refaie R, Zaghloul S, Elbisi MK and Hamdy A Shaaban*

Published: 29 August, 2025 | Volume 9 - Issue 1 | Pages: 011-019

In recent years, studies on the utility of essential oils and their components in the preservation of food commodities in order to enhance shelf-life has been successfully carried out. These essential oils and their components (Carvacrol, Eugenol and Cinnamaldehyde) can be used as antimicrobials and food preservative agents; however, their use raises concerns because of several reported side effects of synthetic oils. Due to their antimicrobial potential, essential oil constituents could be used as food preservatives for grains, cereals, vegetables and fruits. The aim of the treatments was carried out on the treated cotton packaging to maximize the benefit from its antimicrobial activity to extend grain Storage periods. The cotton fabrics treated in three steps: Carboxymethylation of cotton fabric (CMC) Cationization of cotton fabric 3-Treatment of the fabrics by reactive-cyclodextrine (RCD). Modified and unmodified cotton fabrics were treated with antibacterial agent by dipping them at room temperature for 2 hours under stirring in dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) solution containing 200, 250, 250 ppm of Eugenol, carvacrol and cinnamaldehyde respectively the samples were then roll-squeezed at pick up 100% and dried at room temperature. All treated and untreated fabrics were subjected to antimicrobial tests. Cotton fabric composites treated with cinnamaldehyde had the highest impact on reducing microbial preparation during storage period followed by cotton fabric composite treated by Carvacrol followed by cotton fabric composite treated by Eugenol which is less impactful to reduce microbial count during the storage period.

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Keywords:

Antimicrobial; Bioactive cotton; Food package; Aromatic component

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