Abstract
The biodegradable film was developed in this study by utilizing Mosambi peel and Sago powder in various blends (0 to 100%). Sago starch was used as a co-biopolymer along with the addition of glycerol (5% v/v) and gum arabic (10% v/v). The developed film was characterized for the various Physico-chemical properties including thickness, moisture content, ash content, color, water solubility, and water absorption capacity. An increase in Sago starch concentration caused a significant increase in moisture content, water absorption, and solubility of the films. A better mechanical property was observed in Sample 5 (Sago 50% Peel 50%) which recorded the highest folding endurance and retraction ratio, signifying greater film strength. The developed film, kept for 15 days, showed 46.45 to 64.42% biodegradability in soil burial tests. Conclusively, both Mosambi peel and Sago at an equal ratio led to the development of biodegradable film with attributes suitable for the packaging material.
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