Effect of plasticizers on the rheological properties of xanthan gum - starch biodegradable films
Yermagambetova A.D. Tazhibayeva S.M. Tyussyupova B.B. Musabekov K.B. Pastorino L.
30 July 2024Elsevier Ltd
Heliyon
2024#10Issue 14
The effect of plasticizers, namely glycerol, sorbitol, and citric acid, on the structural and mechanical properties of biodegradable films obtained from xanthan gum (XG) and starch was studied. The plasticizing effect of glycerol, sorbitol, and citric acid on XG-starch films is justified by the destruction of intermolecular contacts between starch and XG macromolecules and the redistribution of hydrogen bonds in the system as a result of the hydrotropic action of plasticizer molecules. The use of glycerol proved to be the most effective for regulating the deformation of films, while the use of sorbitol to preserve strength. The dependence of the film roughness on the type and concentration of plasticizers was characterized. The smallest values of protrusions on the surface of XG-starch films were found in the presence of sorbitol. Considering the effect of the concentration of plasticizers on the stickiness of the surface of XG-starch films and their structural and mechanical properties, 1.5 % concentration of glycerol, sorbitol and citric acid was determined as optimal.
Biodegradable film , Citric acid , Glycerol , Plasticizer , Rheological properties , Sorbitol , Starch , Xanthan gum (XG)
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Kazakh-British Technical University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Genoa University, Genoa, Italy
Kazakh-British Technical University
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
Genoa University
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