| Description |
xxiv, 631 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
Ch. 1. Overview of Food Packaging Systems -- Pt. 1. Packaging Material Science -- Ch. 2. Chemical Structures and Properties of Packaging Materials -- Ch. 3. Physical Properties of Packaging Materials -- Ch. 4. Permeation of Gas and Vapor -- Ch. 5. Migration and Food-Package Interactions -- Ch. 6. Food Packaging Polymers -- Ch. 7. Glass Packaging -- Ch. 8. Metal Packaging -- Ch. 9. Cellulosic Packaging -- Pt. 2. Packaging Technologies -- Ch. 10. End-of-Line Operations -- Ch. 11. Food Packaging Operations and Technology -- Ch. 12. Thermally Preserved Food Packaging: Retortable and Aseptic -- Ch. 13. Vacuum/Modified Atmosphere Packaging -- Ch. 14. Microwavable Packaging -- Ch. 15. Active and Intelligent Packaging -- Ch. 16. Shelf Life of Packaged Food Products -- Ch. 17. Food Products Stability and Packaging Requirements -- Pt. 4. Packaging Sociology -- Ch. 18. Sustainable Packaging -- Ch. 19. Sociological and Legislative Considerations |
| Summary |
"With illustrations, examples, discussion questions, and case studies, the Food Packaging Science and Technology covers basic principles and technologies as well as advanced topics such as active, intelligent, and sustainable packaging with unparalleled depth and breadth of scope. Emphasizing the application of relevant scientific principles to create effective designs and quality products, an international team of contributors draws on their collective experience to equip you with the necessary knowledge and tools to tackle modern food packaging problems."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Food -- Packaging.
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| Author |
Yam, Kit L.
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Piergiovanni, Luciano, 1950-
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| LC no. |
2008008943 |
| ISBN |
9780824727796 (alk. paper) |
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0824727797 (alk. paper) |
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