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<p>This study evaluated the impact of low concentrations of curcumin (2.5–20&#xa0;µM) on chitosan edible coatings for strawberry preservation. Films obtained by solvent casting were characterized by ATR-FTIR spectroscopy, thickness, moisture content, water vapor permeability, water solubility, and soil degradability. The results indicate that curcumin reduces moisture, solubility, and biodegradability, suggesting the formation of a more cohesive matrix. Furthermore, the spectroscopy results demonstrated that curcumin interacts with chitosan chains through hydrogen bonds without cross-linking. To test the protective effects, strawberries were coated and stored at 20&#xa0;°C for 7&#xa0;days. Data on weight loss, visual decay, firmness, soluble solids content, and color change (ΔE) confirmed that chitosan-curcumin (CS-Cur) formulations were superior to uncoated and neat chitosan controls. Considering that even at low concentrations, curcumin acts as a structural modifier and bioactive agent, CS-Cur coatings have potential as an ecological package for fresh fruit.</p>

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Ultralow concentrations of curcumin as a structural modifier in chitosan coatings for eco-friendly postharvest preservation of strawberries

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    2026年7月17日

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  • Henrique Soares Silva,
  • Anna Paulla Ferreira Araújo Zanoli,
  • Hellen Franciane Gonçalves Barbosa,
  • Rafael de Oliveira Pedro

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This study evaluated the impact of low concentrations of curcumin (2.5–20 µM) on chitosan edible coatings for strawberry preservation. Films obtained by solvent casting were characterized by ATR-FTIR spectroscopy, thickness, moisture content, water vapor permeability, water solubility, and soil degradability. The results indicate that curcumin reduces moisture, solubility, and biodegradability, suggesting the formation of a more cohesive matrix. Furthermore, the spectroscopy results demonstrated that curcumin interacts with chitosan chains through hydrogen bonds without cross-linking. To test the protective effects, strawberries were coated and stored at 20 °C for 7 days. Data on weight loss, visual decay, firmness, soluble solids content, and color change (ΔE) confirmed that chitosan-curcumin (CS-Cur) formulations were superior to uncoated and neat chitosan controls. Considering that even at low concentrations, curcumin acts as a structural modifier and bioactive agent, CS-Cur coatings have potential as an ecological package for fresh fruit.