Physical, Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Characteristics of Carboxymethyl Cellulose Edible Film Cooperated with Clove Essential Oil

Abstract

Background: Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is one of the most common cellulose derivatives. It has many applications such as edible films and coating. Antioxidant and antimicrobial of essential oils and their direct or indirect usage in foods have been investigated. This study focuses on the physical, chemical, antioxidant and antimicrobial characteristics of CMC edible film incorporated with clove essential oils (CEO).