Rising Popularity of Edible Films in the Food Sector

Phthalates being used in a variety of application including but not limited to medical devices, building materials, packaging, automotive parts, food wrap made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). However, Phthalates have been identified as reproductive and developmental toxicants. Moreover, US EPA classifies di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP) as probable and possible human carcinogens.

Migration of plasticizers from plastic materials into food has been studied in recent years. Phthalates based plasticizers are generally soluble in fat, and the migration of such plasticizers from packaging into fatty foods such as oils, sauces, cheese is a matter of great concern as it poses significant health risks to humans.