Fabrication of sustainable composite films based on chitosan/deep eutectic solvent/tannic acid quantum dots for bioactive pork preservation

Key Points

• This research aims to develop sustainable composite films to enhance the preservation of pork.
• Fabrication of composite films with chitosan, deep eutectic solvent, and tannic acid quantum dots.
• Integration of citric acid/betaine-based DES into CS/TAQDs matrix for improved properties.
• Incorporation of DES improved film characteristics, enhancing preservation capabilities.
• The developed films showed significant bioactive properties, beneficial for pork preservation.