Light exposure accelerates food degradation through multiple pathways - from UV-induced oxidation to visible light catalyzed reactions that break down nutrients and affect color. Modern food packaging must block wavelengths from 200-900 nm while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic appeal, with measurement standards requiring at least 80% light blocking efficiency across this spectrum.

The core engineering challenge lies in developing materials that provide comprehensive light protection while remaining food-safe, cost-effective, and compatible with existing packaging manufacturing processes.

This page brings together solutions from recent research—including nanoparticle-enhanced polymers, active barrier films with selective wavelength blocking, multi-layer composites with polarizing elements, and intelligent coating technologies. These and other approaches focus on practical implementation in commercial food packaging while maintaining recyclability and regulatory compliance.

1. Hollow Spherical Particles Composed of Lignin with High β-O-4 Ether Bond Content and Ethanol Solubility

KYOTO UNIVERSITY, 2025

Hollow spherical particles made from lignin, a natural polymer found in plant cell walls. The lignin used is isolated from biomass using a specific process involving organic acids and peracids. The isolated lignin has a high content of a specific ether bond (β-O-4) and solubility in ethanol. This lignin self-assembles into hollow spherical particles. The particles have long-wavelength fluorescence due to intermolecular associations. They can be used as safer and easier-to-prepare alternatives to synthetic hollow particles. Applications include UV absorbers, light resistance agents, and drug encapsulation.

2. Multi-Layer Milk Bottle Incorporating Recycled Opaque Plastic in Light-Blocking Core Layer

RESILUX NV, 2025

Sustainable reuse of opaque plastic waste from used milk bottles to create new milk bottles. The method involves shredding and recycling opaque milk bottle plastic, then incorporating it into the middle layer of new milk bottles. The opaque middle layer provides light blockage to preserve vitamins in the milk. The outer and inner layers are white. This allows using opaque recycled plastic without issues like contamination or appearance. The opaque middle layer has less than 5% light transmission.

3. Poly(Butylene Succinate) Film Coated with Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose with Sea Buckthorn Extract and Its Ethosomes—Examination of Physicochemical and Antimicrobial Properties Before and After Accelerated UV Aging

szymon macieja, magdalena zdanowicz, malgorzata mizielinska - Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, 2025

The new generation of food packaging should not only be biodegradable, but also provide additional protective properties for packaged products, extending their shelf life. In this paper, we present the results research on cast-extruded poly(butylene succinate) (PBS) films coated with hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) modified CO2 extract from sea buckthorn (ES) or its ethosomes (ET) at amounts 1 5 pph per HPMC. addition, developed were exposed to accelerated aging (UV radiation and elevated temperature) determine effect films properties. Based SEM, it can concluded that in uncovering coatings bulk. GPC showed a decrease molecular weight PBS after treatment, additionally amplified by presence However, addition ES ET low concentrations reduced level polyester degradation. coating treatment increased oxygen barrier (a 324 cm3/m2 24 h neat 208 ET5). Despite colored coating, color differences compared imperceptible (E < 1). combination resulted complete inhibition growth E. coli S. aureus, which was observed non-aged samples. obtained demonstrate an improvement bioactive ... Read More

4. Atomic Layer Deposition of Wavelength-Specific Thin Film Coatings on Containers

PICOSUN OY, 2025

Thin film coatings for protecting light-sensitive substances in containers from degradation caused by incident light. The coatings are deposited using atomic layer deposition (ALD) on the container surfaces. The coatings are designed to absorb or reflect specific wavelengths of light that would otherwise deteriorate the contents. The coating thickness is determined based on the refractive index of the material at the incident light wavelength. This allows customization of the coating optical properties for specific applications.

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5. Covalent Organic Framework Film with Dynamic C═N─N/C─N═N Conjugated Backbones for Full‐Spectrum UV Shielding

jingkun li, guoyong jiang, yuqi wan - Wiley, 2025

Abstract Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) have garnered significant interest for applications in photocatalysis, energy storage, gas storage/separation, and optoelectronics, yet achieving highquality COF films with high UVshielding properties still remains a challenge. In this study, transparent are successfully developed revealed their remarkable capability: effectively blocking 99.9% of UV light while maintaining over 96% visible transmittance. Under irradiation, the backbone undergoes structural rearrangements between hydrazo (CNN) azo (CNN) configurations, leading to electronic redistributions enhanced conjugation within framework. This adaptable framework efficiently absorbs dissipates through nonradiative pathways, providing UVblocking that dramatically reduce photooxidation rates edible oils by up 16.9fold compared uncoated controls. Additionally, superior photostability these makes them promising nextgeneration UVprotective materials safeguarding sensitive equipment highUV environments, such as highaltitude, polar, extraterrestrial set... Read More

6. Novel Food Packaging: Insights and Trends

ruchi gautam, harsh p sharma, mrinalini tiwari - IntechOpen, 2025

By shielding food from chemical, microbiological, and physical harm, proper packaging helps ensure that customers receive secure clean food. A vital relationship between manufacturers their is packaging; if done incorrectly, the items lose quality consumers become less trusting. The sector highly aware of customer expectations due to recent trends in lifestyle change; as a result, industry must either evolve or remain stagnant. This circumstance has made it extremely difficult for develop novel methods. These days, most promising topics technical development are innovative methods including aseptic, nano, active, bioactive, intelligent purposefully connected items. Technological developments may help keep spoiling by delaying ripening, oxygenation, water penetration, ultraviolet interactions. doing this, supports peoples personalized lifestyles meet demands across supply chain. chapter reviews different techniques role nanotechnology packaging.

7. Development of Eco‐Friendly Kaolin‐Chitosan‐PVA Composite Films for Food Packaging Applications

sana ahmad, tehreem liaqat, abida yasmeen - Wiley, 2025

Abstract Food preservation is a significant challenge due to the susceptibility of food spoilage from microbial contamination, moisture, and exposure air light. This research focuses on development chitosanbased composite films for potential applications in storage. Chitosan/clay were prepared by incorporating varying clay loadings utilizing polyvinyl alcohol as crosslinker. The via solution casting method. swelling properties assessed with respect different concentrations. Their antimicrobial activity was tested against both Grampositive Gramnegative bacteria. Characterization techniques such FTIR, UVvisible spectroscopy, XRD, SEM employed analyze films, confirming smoother surface homogeneous dispersion kaolin. Biodegradation tests demonstrated strong mechanical strength films. applicability these systematically evaluated. Results indicated that 9% kaolin/chitosan/PVA film provided effective preservation, only 4.5%, 70%, 50% weight loss packaged apples, capsicum, strawberries, respectively, compared 9.5%, 90%, 98% unpackaged samples. These findings confirm are efficient... Read More

8. UV-Shielding Biopolymer Coatings Loaded with Bioactive Compounds for Food Packaging Applications

matteo gennaro, duygu buyuktas, daniele carullo, 2025

Four natural bioactive compounds with UV-absorbing properties curcumin, quercetin, caffeic acid, and hymecromone were incorporated into pectin-based coatings deposited on oriented polypropylene (OPP) to develop packaging films UV-shielding capabilities. The effects of both (used individually or in combination) coating thickness (d = 0.12 1.2 um) the optical (UV-Vis transmittance haze) coated OPP samples investigated. Coating deposition enhanced UV-barrier relation type compound, following order: acid > curcumin quercetin. Regardless compound used, no significant changes observed clarity haze OPP. Additionally, a greater resulted lower UV-light PP films. Although combination did not exhibit synergistic effect, it demonstrated an additive benefit, effectively broadening wavelength range UV protection final materials. While this study highlights that performance gap remains compared commercially-available materials, underscores potential replacing synthetic additives through technologies rather than masterbatch incorporation.

9. Recent Advances of Sustainable UV Shielding Materials: Mechanisms and Applications

kehua dai, shuai cao, jiewei yuan - American Chemical Society, 2025

The escalating global threat of ultraviolet (UV) radiation is manifested through multifaceted damage pathways including cutaneous carcinogenesis, photodegradation organic substrates, marine ecosystem destabilization, and infrastructure weathering. These urgent challenges have catalyzed sustained interdisciplinary efforts toward advanced UV-shielding technologies spanning biomedical, environmental, industrial domains. Current material arsenals include melanin, lignin, tannin, polydopamine, zinc oxide titanium dioxide, etc. materials can be applied to diverse fields such as food packaging, sunscreen fabrics, creams, eyeglasses, films tailored processing techniques employing distinct photoprotective mechanisms. Notwithstanding significant progress, the development an integrated selection framework that reconciles efficiency, durability, environmental compatibility persists a critical knowledge gap. In this context, main mechanisms various types UV shielding their applications in different are described systematically. Subsequently, comparative analysis advantages shortcomings presented,... Read More

10. The Preparation and Characterization of Antioxidant Films Based on Hazelnut Shell-Based Vegetable Carbon Black/Chitosan/Gelatin and the Application on Soybean Oils

mengyuan niu, jiaxin wang, zhao xun - Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, 2025

In this study, hazelnut shell-based vegetable carbon black (HCB) was synthesized from renewable agricultural waste and incorporated into chitosan (CS) gelatin (GEL) matrices to fabricate active packaging films. The structure of HCB characterized, the structure, physicochemical properties, antibacterial activity, ultraviolet resistance, functional performance CS-GEL-HCB films with varying contents (0, 1, 5, 9 wt% based on GEL) were systematically investigated. FT-IR results revealed that intermolecular hydrogen bonds formed between CS GEL. showed tensile strength CS-GEL film (15.83 0.40~32.06 0.61 MPa), as well its water vapor oxygen barrier properties (0.55 0.03~0.15 0.02 g/dm2), UV-visible light significantly improved (p < 0.05) after addition HCB, while permeability, moisture content, solubility effectively reduced (24.84 0.45~20.10 0.45%). More importantly, exhibited enhanced which helped delay oxidation deterioration oil sample during accelerated test. These suggest could serve an effective food material improve stability soybean in industry, showing great potential maint... Read More

11. Exploring Sustainable Carbon Dots as UV‐Blocking Agents for Food Preservation

zohreh riahi, ajahar khan, mohsen ebrahimi - Wiley, 2025

ABSTRACT Exposure of foods to ultraviolet (UV) radiation during processing, storage, and retail display can result in quality deterioration, reduced shelf life nutritional value, potential food safety issues. The use UVblocking packaging is an effective strategy minimize these harmful effects. Carbon dots (CDs) are a class carbonbased nanomaterials that have emerged as promising candidates for enhancing the performance biopolymerbased films coatings. Their unique advantages excellent UV absorption ability combined with their low toxicity, biocompatibility, facile production from sustainable precursors make CDs superior alternatives traditional agents. Incorporating into biopolymers significantly enhance protection without compromising transparency packaging, thereby maintaining visual appeal packaged product. In addition protection, confer multifunctionality systems by imparting antioxidant, antimicrobial, pHresponsive properties, meeting demand intelligent solutions. These advancements not only protect photodegradation but also address broader issues through active respo... Read More

12. Drug Repurposing: Unique Carbon Dot Antibacterial Films for Fruit Postharvest Preservation

xinyu liu, haobin wang, jie li - American Chemical Society, 2025

Fruit spoilage caused by oxidation and microbial infection exacerbates resource wastage. Although starch films including chitosan possessed admirable biocompatibility owing to great biodegradability compared with conventional plastics, deficient antibacterial antioxidant capacity restricted food shelf life. Herein, an environmentally friendly film (CS/G-CDs) was constructed carbon dots derived from Cirsii Herba (CDs), which formed through high affinity resulting hydrogen bonding between molecules hydroxyl originating CDs. The prepared CDs presented homogeneous monodisperse spherical structures ultrasmall size, providing favorable conditions for uniform formation. Encouragingly, the of CS/G-CDs increased 5.00-fold, followed rate up 97.0%. Dramatically, revealed glorious UV shielding efficacy (99.9% UVB 98.2% UVA), its preservation time blueberries remarkably extended 8 days longer than that film. Overall, Chinese herb-derived exhibited magnified antibacterial/antioxidant properties biocompatibility, provided a promising strategy sustainable development packaging materials.

13. Multilayer Packaging Film with Ultra-Thin Layers and Sharp Bandedge for UV Light Blocking

3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY, 2024

Packaging film for protecting light-sensitive materials that blocks UV light while allowing visible light transmission. The film has multiple ultra-thin layers with an average thickness of less than 500 nm. The film has a sharp bandedge between UV and visible light ranges. The UV transmission is less than 15% while visible light transmission is greater than 70%. The bandedge slope is greater than 3%/nm. This provides effective UV blocking and visual inspection without color shifts.

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14. Multilayer Food Packaging Film with Integrated Light-Shielding, Cushioning, and Ventilation Features

JINJIANG ZHONGHUI PRINTING PACKAGING CO LTD, 2024

Food packaging film with a light-shielding structure to prevent food deterioration from light exposure during transportation and storage. The film has a base layer, a first light-shielding layer, a second light-shielding layer, bubble films connected to the light layers, and ventilation holes. The light layers block light from reaching the food, the bubble films provide cushioning, the ventilation holes allow airflow, and printing and antimicrobial layers can be added. This balances protection against light, cushioning, airflow, and functionality like printing and antimicrobials.

15. Multilayer Light-Blocking Packaging Blank with High Barrier Film and Indented Base Paper

SHANDONG BIHAI MACHINERY CO LTD, SHANDONG BIHAI MACHINERY TECH CO LTD, SHANDONG BIHAI MACHINERY TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023

A light-blocking packaging blank for food containers that replaces aluminum foil to reduce carbon emissions while maintaining oxygen barrier properties. The blank consists of a sequence of layers: a first PE layer, a base paper layer (optional), a high barrier film, a second PE layer, and a fourth PE layer. The high barrier film and second PE layer are bonded together using an adhesive layer. The base paper layer has indentations on both sides. The second PE layer contains color masterbatch. This structure provides light-blocking properties comparable to aluminum foil while using less material. The high barrier film and base paper indentations improve oxygen barrier properties.

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16. Starch-Based Film with Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and Melanin-Like Precursor Crosslinked Network

JIANGNAN UNIVERSITY, 2023

Protective starch-based film with long-term bacteriostasis and ultraviolet shielding properties for food packaging. The film is made by self-assembly of metallic polyphenol coated zinc oxide nanoparticles and self-polymerization of a melanin-like precursor with starch. The metallic polyphenol nanoparticles provide antibacterial activity, ultraviolet shielding, and mechanical strength. The melanin-like precursor crosslinks the starch and nanoparticles into a network. The film has high ultraviolet shielding, bacteriostasis, and transparency compared to conventional packaging materials.

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17. Composite Polyvinyl Alcohol Film with Modified Silicon Dioxide Nanoparticles

GUIZHOU MATERIAL INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE, 2023

Composite polyvinyl alcohol preservative film with low luminous transmittance for light-proof packaging of fruits and vegetables to prevent spoilage and discoloration. The film contains modified silicon dioxide nanoparticles dispersed in a polyvinyl alcohol solution. The modified silicon dioxide nanoparticles have a particle size range of 200-1000 nm. This composite film provides better light-blocking properties compared to pure polyvinyl alcohol film due to the nanoparticles scattering light. The nanoparticles also improve film compactness. The modified silicon dioxide is made by reacting silicon dioxide with a silane compound in toluene, then acid treating. The composite film is prepared by dissolving polyvinyl alcohol in acid, adding the nanoparticles, antimicrobial, and stirring before defoaming

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18. Curcumin-Grafted Polypropylene via Reactive Extrusion with Integrated Ammonia-Induced Color Change and Enhanced UV Barrier Properties

CORNELL UNIV, CORNELL UNIVERSITY, 2023

Active and intelligent food packaging made by grafting curcumin onto polypropylene using reactive extrusion. The curcumin is covalently bound to the polymer backbone to prevent migration. The curcumin in the packaging material provides antioxidant and radical scavenging properties to prevent food spoilage. The packaging also changes color in the presence of ammonia, indicating spoilage. The curcumin-grafted polypropylene has improved UV barrier properties compared to native polypropylene. The reactive extrusion method allows scalable production of the active and intelligent packaging.

19. Nanocellulose and Nano Calcium Carbonate-Based Edible Coatings with Barrier Properties

OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY, 2023

Edible coatings for protecting foods like fruits, vegetables, and processed foods from moisture loss, UV damage, and nutrient leaching. The coatings are made from nanocellulose and nano calcium carbonate. The coatings are edible, transparent, and provide barrier properties against water, gases, and UV light. They prevent moisture loss, prevent UV damage, and prevent nutrient leaching in fruits and vegetables. The coatings can be applied before or after harvest to mitigate post-harvest damage. The coatings can also be used to protect frozen foods from drip loss during thawing.

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20. Composite Photo-Oxygen Barrier with Light-Blocking and Oxygen Absorbing Components

QUANZHOU YUEKE PIGMENT CO LTD, 2023

A photo-oxygen barrier for packaging materials that protects light and oxygen sensitive products like food, beverages, medications, and cosmetics. The barrier is a composite material containing 1-65% of a light-blocking composition, 1-30% of an active oxygen absorber, and 5-98% of a base material. The light-blocking composition can contain titanium dioxide, aluminum powder, and carbon black. The active oxygen absorber contains cobalt. The barrier can be made by melt extrusion or mixing the components in a base material.

21. Polyethylene Terephthalate-Polymer Blend Compositions with Low Light Transmission for Packaging Materials

PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC, 2023

Light barrier compositions for packaging materials that provide better light protection for sensitive products like milk without sacrificing visual appearance. The compositions contain a blend of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) with other polymers like polypropylene (PP), polylactic acid (PLA), and polymers with heteroatoms like nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur, and halogen. The blends have low light transmission in the UV and visible range below 1.5%. The compositions can be used in container walls or preforms to protect packaged products from light degradation without compromising visual appeal.

22. Cellulosic Structure with Metal Oxide and Tie Layers for Enhanced Barrier Properties

WESTROCK MWV LLC, 2023

A recyclable high barrier cellulosic structure for forming cellulosic containers that can resist oxygen, moisture, and light penetration. The structure includes a cellulosic board substrate, a metal oxide layer on the substrate, and a tie layer between them. The cellulosic board substrate has low average and maximum transmittance in the UV-visible light spectrum. The metal oxide layer provides additional barrier properties. The tie layer connects the substrate and metal oxide layer. The structure can be used to form containers like paper-based food packaging.

23. Electron Beam Irradiated and Mechanically Treated Bacterial Nanocellulose Film with Carboxyl Groups and Multilayer Structure

KOREA RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY, 2023

Bacterial nanocellulose transparent film with barrier properties for packaging applications. The film is made by electron beam irradiating and mechanically treating wet bacterial cellulose to form nanocellulose fibers with carboxyl groups. The fibers are then filtered and dried into a multilayer structure. Alkali treatment and bleaching further improve properties. The film provides oxygen, moisture, and UV barriers.

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24. Laminated Sleeve with Neoprene, Mylar, and Rubber Layers for UV Light Blocking and Container Grip

VEACH JOSHUA, 2023

UV-protective sleeve for mason jars and other containers to prevent light-sensitive products from being degraded by UV rays when stored in bright areas. The sleeve has a laminated construction with an outer neoprene layer for insulation, a middle Mylar layer to block UV light, and an inner rubber layer for jar grip. The sleeve covers the jar sidewalls and has a pocket for labels. It provides UV protection, insulation, and jar retention without obstructing access.

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25. Graphene-Reinforced Polymer Composite for Enhanced Barrier Resistance in Packaging Materials

RUTGERS THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY, 2023

Packaging material with improved barrier resistance to gases, liquids, and UV light using graphene-reinforced polymers. The packaging material is made by exfoliating graphite particles in a molten polymer using shear forces. This converts the graphite into graphene nanoparticles dispersed in the polymer matrix. The graphene-polymer composite has significantly enhanced barrier properties compared to unreinforced polymers. The graphene nanoparticles provide tortuous paths for permeants, strong bonding with the polymer, and reduced gaps between particles. This improves barrier resistance to gases like oxygen, carbon dioxide, and liquids like water.

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26. Polyethylene Terephthalate-Polymer Blends with Heteroatom-Containing Polymers for Low Transmittance in 400-700 nm Range

PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC, 2023

Light barrier compositions for packaging materials that block UV and visible light to protect packaged foods from degradation. The compositions contain polyethylene terephthalate (PET) along with selected other polymers like polypropylene (PP), polylactic acid (PLA), or polymers with heteroatoms like nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur, or halogen. The specific polymer blends have low transmittance in the 400-700 nm range to block UV and visible light. The compositions can be used in containers, preforms, and walls to provide light barrier properties without sacrificing visual appeal.

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27. Multi-Layer Adhesive Packaging Material with Light-Shielding and Oxygen-Blocking Layers

Shenzhen Changmao Adhesive New Material Co., Ltd., SHENZHEN CHEERMO MUCILAGE GLUE NEW MATERIAL CO LTD, 2023

Adhesive packaging material with light-shielding and oxygen-blocking properties for protecting sensitive products like food, medicine, and chemicals from degradation caused by light and oxygen. The packaging material consists of three layers: an outer printing layer, a middle layer with leather fiber and white masterbatch, and an inner black layer. The white outer layer provides moisture resistance and light blocking. The middle layer covers the inner layer and has the leather fiber and white masterbatch to block light and moisture. The inner layer is black to block light and provide oxygen barrier.

28. Light Exposure Chamber System for Quantifying Photoprotective Performance of Packaged Products

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA, 2022

Method for quantifying the photoprotective performance of complete packaged products like foods and beverages by exposing them to controlled light conditions. The method involves placing filled packages inside a specialized light exposure chamber that can maintain consistent temperature and humidity. The packages are monitored as they are exposed to defined light doses to determine how well the contents retain quality and stability under accelerated light aging. This allows quantifying the photoprotective performance of the entire packaged system, including the container and label, versus just the product. The chambers also have instruments to monitor light intensity, temperature, and humidity during the exposures.

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29. Cyclic Olefin Copolymer-Infused Polyester Preforms and Containers with Light Scattering Properties

AVIENT CORP, COLORMATRIX HOLDINGS INC, 2022

Preforms and containers for packaging consumables like milk that block light to prevent degradation. The containers and preforms contain a cyclic olefin copolymer (COC) along with a polyester like PET. The COC provides high light blockage while the polyester forms the bulk of the container. The COC prevents light transmission by scattering it internally. The COC also improves clarity compared to adding dark pigments to the polyester. The containers have an opaque white appearance without compromising recyclability.

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30. Bifuran Dicarboxylic Acid-Based Copolyesters with UV Absorptive Bifuran Units

OULUN YLIOPISTO, 2022

Bifuran copolyesters with UV blocking properties for transparent food and beverage packaging. The copolyesters contain bifuran units derived from a bifuran dicarboxylic acid, along with other dicarboxylic acid and diol monomers. The bifuran units provide UV absorbance in the 300-400 nm range, making the copolyesters transparent with low UV transmission. The bifuran copolyesters can be prepared by melt polycondensation of the monomers.

31. Aluminized Packaging with Multi-Layer UV Absorbing Adhesive for Enhanced UV Resistance

SHANGHAI TOTOLE FOOD CO LTD, 2022

Chicken essence aluminized packaging with reduced UV transmission to prevent oxidation and spoilage of the high-fat chicken flavoring. The packaging has multiple UV absorbing adhesive layers between the BOPP, aluminum, and PE layers. This sandwich of UV blocking layers improves UV resistance compared to just an aluminum coating. The UV absorbing adhesives help prevent light-induced oxidation of the chicken essence, preventing flavor degradation and shelf life issues.

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32. Packaging Material with Light-Blocking Layer Over Orifices Utilizing Carbon Black or Titanium Dioxide Coating

TETRA LAVAL HOLDINGS & FINANCE, TETRA LAVAL HOLDINGS & FINANCE SA, 2022

Packaging material for light-sensitive products that has a light barrier over orifices like straw holes to prevent degradation. The packaging has a layer covering the hole with a paint containing carbon black or titanium dioxide to block light transmission. This light barrier can be applied to the exterior of the second layer covering the hole. This allows mass production of packaging with light barrier orifices using conventional equipment without adding aluminum foil. The paint can be applied before or after the wrapping is made.

33. Composite Packaging Sheet with PET Surface Layer, PS Support Layer, and Ethylene-Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Co-Polymer Inner Layer

SHANGHAI ARI PACKAGE CO LTD, 2022

Composite sheet for packaging room temperature cheese that extends the shelf life of cheese products by improving barrier properties against oxygen and light. The composite sheet has a surface layer made of PET, a middle support layer of PS, and an inner layer of a multi-layer co-polymer of ethylene and ethylene-vinyl alcohol. The middle and inner layers are modified to reduce oxygen and light transmission below thresholds that preserve cheese quality at room temperature. The modified layers provide barrier against oxidation and deterioration from light, extending cheese shelf life without refrigeration.

34. Multilayer Packaging Material with Aqueous Coating-Derived Barrier Layers

GPCP IP HOLDINGS LLC, 2022

Packaging material with tailored moisture, gas, oil, and light barrier properties using aqueous coatings applied directly onto the substrate. The packaging has multiple barrier layers formed by drying aqueous coatings instead of extrusion or lamination steps. The coatings can include acrylic latex, polyvinyl alcohol, polyurethane, or polyolefin dispersions. The layered coating configuration provides desired barrier and light shielding properties without adding complexity or cost from additional layers.

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35. Polyethylene Terephthalate and Polymer Blend Compositions with Reduced Density and Enhanced UV-Visible Light Blocking Properties

PLASTIPAK PACKAGING INC, 2021

Light barrier compositions for packaging applications that provide high UV and visible light blocking properties while having lower densities compared to PET-only packaging. The compositions contain PET blended with other polymers like polypropylene (PP), polylactic acid (PLA), and carbon-based polymers. The specific blends have less than 1.5% transmittance from 400-700 nm, enabling blocking of UV and visible light that degrades packaged products. The blends also have lower densities than PET-only compositions with the same light blocking properties.

36. Packaging Film Incorporating Natural Photosensitizers for Light Blocking and Antimicrobial Properties

THE FOOD IND PROMOTLONAL AGENCY FOR KOREA, THE FOOD INDUSTRY PROMOTLONAL AGENCY FOR KOREA, UNIV INDUSTRY FOUNDATION YONSEI UNIV WONJU CAMPUS, 2021

Packaging film for light blocking that can maintain the inherent quality of food for a long time without changing the quality of food such as rancidity and off-flavor. The film includes riboflavin, chlorophyll, or myoglobin, which are natural photosensitizers, specifically, to block visible and ultraviolet rays, and to have antimicrobial activity.

37. Composite Packaging Material with High Lightness, Light Blocking, and Goniochromatic Properties

PENN COLOR INC, 2020

Packaging with a high lightness value, high light blocking, a low percentage of additives, and a goniochromatic appearance (uniform color across all viewing angles). The packaging material is a composite containing a polyester, polymethylpentene, and a light scattering pigment. When subjected to orientation stress, it forms a bright white package wall with high light barrier and consistent color appearance from all angles. The composition has a low loading of polymethylpentene and light scattering pigment, allowing high lightness without the trade-offs of opacifiers.

38. UV-Blocking Edible Oil Bottle Comprising Nano Silica, Chitosan, Soy Protein Isolate, Rosemary Extract, and Polylactic Acid Composite Material

GUANGDONG HEXING EDIBLE OIL CO LTD, PANYU HEXING GREASE CO LTD, 2020

Edible oil packaging bottle that blocks UV light and extends shelf life by using a composite material made of nano silica, chitosan, soy protein isolate, rosemary extract, and polylactic acid. The nano silica absorbs UV light to protect the oil, chitosan and soy protein isolate form a barrier, rosemary extract prevents oxidation, and polylactic acid shapes the bottle.

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39. Translucent Packaging System with Selective Wavelength Blocking for Dairy Products

Nestlé Products Company SA, 2020

Packaging system for dairy products like yogurt that protects the product from light to prevent off-flavors but allows visibility of the interior. The packaging has a translucent material that blocks visible light in the wavelength range of 415-455 nm which is known to cause light-induced off-flavors in dairy products. However, the packaging is still translucent to allow some visible light in the 780-390 nm range that does not cause off-flavors. This allows customers to see inside the package while preventing light absorption that could spoil the product.

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40. Polymer Matrix Packaging Material with Specific Calcium Carbonate and Titanium Dioxide Filler Ratio

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA, 2020

Packaging material to protect light-sensitive substances like food from photooxidation by enhancing their light protection. The packaging material contains specific ratios of calcium carbonate and titanium dioxide fillers in the polymer matrix. The key finding is that using a specific ratio of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) to titanium dioxide (TiO2) in the packaging material provides better light protection compared to using only TiO2 or only CaCO3. The preferred ratio is 4.5:1 (CaCO3:TiO2) for light protection factors (LPF) greater than 60. This ratio provides unexpectedly high LPF values compared to using only TiO2 or only CaCO3.

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41. Beverage Packaging Bag with Multi-Layer Structure Incorporating Light Barrier Layer

HANGZHOU HANSIN NEW PACKING MAT CO LTD, HANGZHOU HANSIN NEW PACKING MATERIAL CO LTD, 2020

A high-performance beverage packaging bag with extended freshness shelf life by preventing light from degrading the beverage inside. The bag has a base layer, barrier layers on either side, and a surface layer. At least one of the barrier layers is a light barrier layer to block external light from reaching the beverage and deteriorating it. This prevents light-sensitive compounds from breaking down and preserves the freshness of the beverage inside the bag.

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42. Transparent UV Blocking Film with Carotenoid-Infused Barrier Layer and UV Absorbing Compound

EVERCHEMTECH, 2020

UV blocking film for food packaging materials that provides long-term protection against light degradation without affecting the transparency or appearance of the packaging. The film contains a barrier layer with a natural product like carotenoids and a UV absorbing compound. This allows blocking of UV light without making the packaging opaque. The natural product provides oxygen and moisture barrier properties. The film can be produced by coating a composition containing the barrier layer components onto a base substrate.

43. Transparent Packaging Material with UV-Blocking Coating and Graphene-Enhanced Water Vapor Barrier

LOTTE ALUMINIUM CO LTD, 2020

A transparent packaging material with UV and water vapor barrier properties for preventing quality deterioration of packaged products. The packaging material has a transparent polymer film, an adhesive layer, a UV-blocking coating layer, a printing layer, and a transparent deposited polyester film. The UV-blocking coating layer contains a sunscreen compound like benzotriazole. The transparent deposited polyester film has reduced graphene oxide to further block water vapor. This packaging material allows viewing the contents while preventing quality deterioration due to UV and moisture.

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44. Monolayer Food Packaging Comprising Light-Blocking Materials with Enhanced Thickness Closure Section

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA, 2020

Monolayer food packaging with superior light protection to prevent degradation of sensitive contents like dairy products. The packaging has a single layer container and closure made with light-blocking materials like titanium dioxide particles and color pigments. The monolayer design provides complete light protection throughout the package by avoiding any uncovered areas that can allow light ingress. The closure top has a thicker section to compensate for injection molding processing challenges. The monolayer containers and closures have light protection factors of 20 or greater.

45. Multilayer Food Packaging Film with Zinc Oxide Layer Exhibiting Specific UV Blocking and Non-Transfer Properties

MITSUBISHI CHEM HOLDINGS CORP, MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL HOLDINGS CORP, 2020

A multilayer food packaging film that blocks UV without transferring additives to the food. The film has a layer containing zinc oxide with specific particle size and transmittance properties. The zinc oxide layer blocks 20% or less UV at 350nm and 60% or more UV at 550nm. This prevents UV degradation of packaged food without transferring UV absorbers to the food. The film structure includes layers like seal, seal adjacent, and outermost layers for properties like pinhole resistance and oxygen barrier.

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46. Light-Shielding Barrier Laminate with Inorganic Oxide and Aluminum Vapor Deposition Films

DAI NIPPON PRINTING CO LTD, 2020

Light-shielding barrier laminate for packaging of food and other products that provides improved light-blocking properties while reducing material use compared to traditional three-layer laminates. The laminate consists of a light-shielding sealant film laminated onto a transparent gas barrier film. The transparent gas barrier film has an inorganic oxide vapor deposition film sandwiched between it and an adhesive layer. The light-shielding sealant film has an aluminum vapor deposition film on one side. This laminate structure provides light-blocking, gas barrier, and moisture barrier properties for packaging of light-sensitive products like powders and granules.

47. Monolayer Packaging Incorporating Alumina-Coated Titanium Dioxide and Colored Pigments in Polymer Matrix

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA, 2020

Monolayer packaging for light-sensitive products that provides superior light protection without sacrificing mechanical properties. The packaging is made by dispersing treated titanium dioxide (TiO2) particles and colored pigments like yellow or black in a polymer melt. The TiO2 provides light protection while the colored pigments enhance LPF values. The monolayer packaging has LPF values over 20, preventing photo-degradation. It can be produced by blow molding or injection molding. The treated TiO2 particles are coated with alumina and an organic layer for dispersion in the polymer.

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48. Food Packaging Film with Integrated Natural Photosensitizers for Light Blocking and Antimicrobial Properties

AGENCY FOR KOREA NAT FOOD CLUSTER ANFC, AGENCY FOR KOREA NATIONAL FOOD CLUSTER, UNIV INDUSTRY FOUNDATION YONSEI UNIV WONJU CAMPUS, 2019

Light-blocking food packaging film containing natural photosensitizers like riboflavin, chlorophyll, or myoglobin to prevent light-induced food spoilage. The film blocks both UV and visible light, as well as having antimicrobial properties. It contains a polymer resin and the photosensitizer is mixed and extruded to create the film. This provides a natural alternative to traditional UV absorbers in packaging materials for foods prone to light degradation like dairy and oils.

49. Multi-Layer Packaging Bag with Co-Extruded Polyethylene, PVDC Coating, and Metal Layers

Harbin Botai Packaging Co., Ltd., 2019

High-toughness oxygen- and light-proof packaging bags that have improved oxygen barrier and light blocking properties compared to single-layer or composite bags. The bags have a sandwich structure with two co-extruded PE layers around a PVDC coating layer and a metal layer. The inner and outer PE layers provide strength and tear resistance, while the PVDC coating prevents oxygen permeation and the metal layer blocks light. This multi-layer construction provides superior oxygen barrier, light shielding, and durability compared to single-layer or composite bags.

50. Multi-Layer Packaging Bag with UV-Blocking Adhesive Layers and Structural Reinforcement

Chongqing Leyuan Composite Packaging Products Co., Ltd., 2019

High-barrier anti-ultraviolet packaging bag to extend the shelf life of vacuum-packaged food and reduce food waste by preventing ultraviolet radiation from deteriorating food inside the bag. The bag has a multi-layer structure with UV-blocking adhesive layers sandwiched between BOPA and PE films. This inner bag is then enclosed by an outer bag with vertical pillars to provide rigidity. The inner and outer bags are sealed together with protrusions and grooves. The UV-blocking adhesive layers prevent UV from penetrating the bag and reaching the food inside.

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51. Multi-Layer Polyester Heat-Shrinkable Film with Integrated Light-Absorbing and Reflecting Particles

52. Multi-Layer Packaging Bag with UV Absorbing Adhesive Layers Between BOPA and PE

53. Multilayer Packaging Film with UV-Absorbing Adhesive and Reflective Overcoat

54. Polypropylene Packaging Film with Light-Blocking Silicon Windows and Decomposing Scattering Layers

55. Multi-Layer Food Packaging Film with Integrated Light-Shielding and Sealing Structures

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