Development of Eco-Friendly LLDPE Composite Films with Antimicrobial Functionality Using Citrus Peel Waste

Malika Singh, Irfan Mir

Abstract: Over a few decades, plastic packaging has been mainly used for the storage of food products. However, a major concern has been the contamination of food due to microbial activities. Various plastic materials or composites have been developed for their use in packaging applications so that the microbial activities can be stopped or diminished. The main aim of the current project is to incorporate antimicrobial activities in the commonly used LLDPE films by utilising antimicrobial activities of naturally occurring biowaste i. e. orange-peel powder. The films were produced by conventional blown film process and are studied for various mechanical properties as well as their antimicrobial activities.

Keywords: Orange peel powder, green composite, active packaging, antimicrobial film, sustainability

How to Cite?: Malika Singh, Irfan Mir, "Development of Eco-Friendly LLDPE Composite Films with Antimicrobial Functionality Using Citrus Peel Waste", Volume 14 Issue 11, November 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 662-664, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251108105101, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251108105101