Development Of Edible Starch-Based Paper

Abstract

The study is aimed to develop an edible film from maize and rice flour. The film is prepared using corn starch, CMC, MC, LG, and glycerol in various combinations. The 15% glycerol showed excellent binding and elasticity qualities. Broken rice flour inclusion resulted in a significant reduction in fractures and stickiness. The edible paper made from starch (3%), rice flour (22%), sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (0.5%), microcrystalline cellulose (0.5%), glycerol (20%), liquid glucose (5%), and xanthan gum (1%) had good physical and structural qualities. The thickness of the formed paper was 138 ±2 µm, with a solubility of 89-92 percent. Edible paper is slightly diverse in character, according to SEM data. The edible paper is amorphous in nature, according to the X-ray diffraction analysis.