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This chapter discusses the role of enzymes in active packaging, especially as oxygen scavengers.
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Brody, A.L., Budny, J.A. (1995). Enzymes as active packaging agents. In: Rooney, M.L. (eds) Active Food Packaging. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-2175-4_7
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