Compostable and Biodegradable Food Packaging

Swarna Jaiswal · Mehnaza Manzoor · Amit K. Jaiswal

Jan 2026 · Academic Press

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416

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About this ebook

"Compostable and Biodegradable Packaging is a volume in the series "Sustainable FoodPackaging", and provides provides a comprehensive overview of compostable and biodegradable food packaging, including the latest advances in materials science, design strategies, manufacturing processes, and waste management practices. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the fundamental principles of biodegradation and composting to the policy and regulatory frameworks for eco-friendly food packaging. The book also addresses the sustainability impacts of compostable and biodegradable food packaging, including the life cycle assessment, carbon footprint, and ecological footprint. Divided into three sections, the first one covers the fundamentals, introducing the concepts and benefits of compostable and biodegradable packaging while addressing the challenges. The second explores the latest innovations in materials, design strategies, and applications of compostable and biodegradable packaging. The final section focuses on the environmental impact of this type of packaging, including sustainability assessments, policy and regulatory frameworks, circular economy potential, and the impacts on marine environments and microplastic pollution. With the growing importance of sustainability and compostable and biodegradable food packaging, this series of books represents a comprehensive guide to navigating this rapidly evolving landscape.•Provides a comprehensive coverage of technical, operational, and environmental aspects of compostable and biodegradable food packaging •Covers evidence-based insights and best practices for industry practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and academics •Explores insights into regulatory and policy frameworks governing compostable and biodegradable food packaging •Brings in-depth case studies and practical examples from around the world

About the author

Dr Swarna Jaiswal is a Lecturer in Applied Microbiology and Packaging Technology at TU Dublin-City Campus, Ireland. She obtained a Biotechnology (Hon’s) from B. R. Ambedkar Bihar University, India in 2005 and received a master’s in biotechnology from Bangalore University, India in 2007 and was awarded PhD in 2012 by Technological University Dublin, Ireland. Upon completion of PhD, she worked as a research scientist at Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateway Centre, CREST, TU Dublin, for 5 years. Dr Swarna finished a Postgraduate Certificate in Third Level Learning and Teaching from TU Dublin in 2021. As a research professional, she has focused on applied microbiological coatings/film projects with industry partners and providing research support to industries. Dr Swarna has published more than 50 peer-reviewed articles and 25 book chapters. She is also a frequent reviewer for more than 15 journals. Her research work was presented at numerous national and international conferences/symposiums.

Mehnaza Manzoor Ph.D. is Assistant Professor (C) at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu, India where she teaches undergraduate courses in Dairy Technology. Dr. Manzoor earned Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology from Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Jammu, India in 2021, M. Tech with a Gold Medal in Food Engineering from Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, UP, India in 2016 and B. Tech in Food Technology from Islamic University of Science and Technology, India in 2014. She also worked as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Technology and Nutrition at Lovely Professional University, India. Her research interests include food coating and packaging technology, biotransformation, waste valorisation, bioactive peptide production, and characterization. Dr. Manzoor has presented her research at various national and international levels and successfully published her 15 research papers/book chapters in national and international peer-reviewed journals/ books.

Dr. Amit K. Jaiswal is a lecturer at Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin)—City Campus, Ireland, where he teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in food engineering, food processing technology, and industrial biotechnology in the School of Food Science and Environmental Health. He also serves as the chair of the MSc program in Sustainable Food Safety Management at TU Dublin-City Campus. Dr. Jaiswal earned an MSc degree from Jiwaji University in India in 2005, a PhD in Food Technology from TU Dublin in Ireland in 2012, and an MBA in 2015. His research focuses on valorisation of lignocellulosic biomass into biofuels, biomaterials, and biochemicals through innovative process development and techno-economic analysis. He also studies novel food processing technologies for extracting functional and nutritional ingredients from natural resources and is involved in the development of biodegradable and compostable materials for packaging.

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