Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materials
Plastics have long been the dominant material in packaging industries; however, their prevalence is gradually decreasing due to increasing government regulations and growing industry shifts toward eco-friendly alternatives. This transition aims to meet sustainability targets, reduce environmental po...
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| author | Amel Gacem Krishna Kumar Yadav Zeba Tabassum Kamal Y. Thajudeen Mohammed Muqtader Ahmed Rosalina Ariesta Laeliocattleya Aniswatul Khamidah Sri Satya Antarlina Maha Awjan Alreshidi F.M. Aldosari Mosab Kaseem Chirag Chopra Atif Khurshid Wani Tabarak Malik |
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| description | Plastics have long been the dominant material in packaging industries; however, their prevalence is gradually decreasing due to increasing government regulations and growing industry shifts toward eco-friendly alternatives. This transition aims to meet sustainability targets, reduce environmental pollution, and improve brand perception. Although bioplastics are biodegradable and eco-friendly, their mechanical strength, thermal stability, and barrier properties often fall short, limiting their application in advanced packaging that requires durability and low permeability. Concurrently, a large quantity of eggshell waste, rich in calcium carbonate, is discarded in landfills, contributing to environmental pollution. The challenge of managing this waste, along with overcoming the limitations of bioplastics, calls for innovative solutions. This review discusses the potential of eggshell waste as a sustainable material in bio-packaging. It highlights how eggshells can serve as mechanical reinforcements in bioplastics through filler incorporation, transforming them into functional materials such as powders, nanoparticles, and derivatives like calcium oxide, calcium chloride, and calcium carbonate. Biopolymers such as polylactic acid (PLA) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) are frequently studied for integrating eggshell-derived materials. These materials significantly improve the mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties of bioplastic films, addressing both environmental and industrial challenges. The review also explores the obstacles and future directions in using eggshell waste in bioplastics, such as compatibility issues, scalability, and the need for optimized processing techniques. These advancements contribute to waste valorization and the development of eco-friendly materials, promoting a circular economy. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-033f6f7c3a684e7b87c7e9c1ed3afc062025-08-26T04:14:32ZengElsevierJournal of Agriculture and Food Research2666-15432025-10-012310227310.1016/j.jafr.2025.102273Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materialsAmel Gacem0Krishna Kumar Yadav1Zeba Tabassum2Kamal Y. Thajudeen3Mohammed Muqtader Ahmed4Rosalina Ariesta Laeliocattleya5Aniswatul Khamidah6Sri Satya Antarlina7Maha Awjan Alreshidi8F.M. Aldosari9Mosab Kaseem10Chirag Chopra11Atif Khurshid Wani12Tabarak Malik13Department of Physics, Faculty of Sciences, University 20 Août 1955, Skikda, AlgeriaDepartment of VLSI Microelectronics, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Chennai 602105, Tamil Nadu, India; Environmental and Atmospheric Sciences Research Group, Scientific Research Center, Al-Ayen University, Thi-Qar, Nasiriyah, 64001, IraqSchool of Bioengineering and Biosciences, Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, 144411, Punjab, IndiaDepartment of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Abha, 62529, Saudi ArabiaDepartment of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 173, AlKharj, 11942, Saudi ArabiaDepartment of Food Science and Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Brawijaya University, Malang, 65145, IndonesiaResearch Center for Food Technology and Processing, National Research and Innovation Agency, Yogyakarta, 55861, IndonesiaResearch Center for Food Technology and Processing, National Research and Innovation Agency, Yogyakarta, 55861, IndonesiaDepartment of Chemistry, College of Science, University of Ha'il, Ha'il, 81441, Saudi ArabiaDepartment of Physics, College of Science and Humanities, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, Saudi ArabiaCorrosion and Electrochemistry Laboratory, Department of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Engineering, Sejong University, Seoul, 05006, Republic of KoreaSchool of Bioengineering and Biosciences, Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, 144411, Punjab, IndiaSchool of Bioengineering and Biosciences, Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, 144411, Punjab, India; Corresponding author. School of Bioengineering and Biosciences, Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, 144411, Punjab, India.Department of Biomedical Sciences, Institute of Health, Jimma University, Jimma, 378, Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia; Division of Research and Development, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, 144411, India; Corresponding author. Department of Biomedical Sciences, Institute of Health, Jimma University, Jimma, 378, Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.Plastics have long been the dominant material in packaging industries; however, their prevalence is gradually decreasing due to increasing government regulations and growing industry shifts toward eco-friendly alternatives. This transition aims to meet sustainability targets, reduce environmental pollution, and improve brand perception. Although bioplastics are biodegradable and eco-friendly, their mechanical strength, thermal stability, and barrier properties often fall short, limiting their application in advanced packaging that requires durability and low permeability. Concurrently, a large quantity of eggshell waste, rich in calcium carbonate, is discarded in landfills, contributing to environmental pollution. The challenge of managing this waste, along with overcoming the limitations of bioplastics, calls for innovative solutions. This review discusses the potential of eggshell waste as a sustainable material in bio-packaging. It highlights how eggshells can serve as mechanical reinforcements in bioplastics through filler incorporation, transforming them into functional materials such as powders, nanoparticles, and derivatives like calcium oxide, calcium chloride, and calcium carbonate. Biopolymers such as polylactic acid (PLA) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) are frequently studied for integrating eggshell-derived materials. These materials significantly improve the mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties of bioplastic films, addressing both environmental and industrial challenges. The review also explores the obstacles and future directions in using eggshell waste in bioplastics, such as compatibility issues, scalability, and the need for optimized processing techniques. These advancements contribute to waste valorization and the development of eco-friendly materials, promoting a circular economy.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666154325006441Egg shell wasteFillersPackagingSDG12 |
| spellingShingle | Amel Gacem Krishna Kumar Yadav Zeba Tabassum Kamal Y. Thajudeen Mohammed Muqtader Ahmed Rosalina Ariesta Laeliocattleya Aniswatul Khamidah Sri Satya Antarlina Maha Awjan Alreshidi F.M. Aldosari Mosab Kaseem Chirag Chopra Atif Khurshid Wani Tabarak Malik Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materials Journal of Agriculture and Food Research Egg shell waste Fillers Packaging SDG12 |
| title | Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materials |
| title_full | Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materials |
| title_fullStr | Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materials |
| title_full_unstemmed | Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materials |
| title_short | Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materials |
| title_sort | valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio packaging materials |
| topic | Egg shell waste Fillers Packaging SDG12 |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666154325006441 |
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