Novel polyisoprene based UV-activated oxygen scavenging films and their applications in packaging of beef jerky

In this study, polyisoprene (PS), a natural rubber with 5, 10, and 20% (w/w) concentrations, was incorporated into low-density polyethylene (LDPE) matrix to develop novel oxygen-scavenging films. UV light was utilized to activate the oxygen-scavenging reaction in the film. The resulting OS films were analyzed for Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectra, mechanical, barrier, thermal properties, and oxygen-scavenging capabilities. The tensile...