Efeito da aplicação de quitosana reticulada com tripolifosfato de sódio e não reticulada em morangos

Abstract

Chitosan is an abundant polymer and derived mainly on crustaceans which has been widely studied in various segments including as edible fruit toppings. Fruits and vegetables suffer from climate action, insects and injuries of post harvest; aware of this research has been developing and studying edible coatings that protect the integrity of the plants. The chitosan covers can be functionalized with other compounds that improve its characteristics and its strength can be increased by the use of crosslinking agents.