Preparation of Ribes nigrum Anthocyanin-based pH-responsive Intelligent Films and Research Progress on Their Application in Aquatic Product Preservation

SUN Tao; SHI Wenhui; LI Shidi; CHAI Yan; FAN Rongliang; CHENG Jinchun; QI Yanjiao; CHEN Lihua; ZHAO Yamin

doi:10.19554/j.cnki.1001-3563.2026.17.020

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Packaging Engineering ›› 2026, Vol. 47 ›› Issue (17) : 186-199. DOI: 10.19554/j.cnki.1001-3563.2026.17.020

Agro-products Preservationand Food Packaging

Preparation of Ribes nigrum Anthocyanin-based pH-responsive Intelligent Films and Research Progress on Their Application in Aquatic Product Preservation

SUN Tao^1a,b,c,d, SHI Wenhui^1a,b,c,d, LI Shidi², CHAI Yan^1a,b,c,d, FAN Rongliang^1a,b,c,d, CHENG Jinchun^1a,b,c,d, QI Yanjiao^1a,b,c,d, CHEN Lihua^1a,b,c,d, ZHAO Yamin^1a,b,c,d*

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The work aims to elaborate the research progress of Ribes nigrum anthocyanin (RNLA)-based pH-responsive intelligent films in the field of aquatic product preservation, so as to clarify the performance optimization direction of natural pigment-based intelligent packaging, which should not only reduce the post-production circulation loss of aquatic products, but also enhance the safety and functionality of fresh food packaging. Three dimensions including the structural properties of raw materials and film-forming technologies, environmental stability regulation strategies, and preservation-indication synergy mechanisms with application effects were systematically reviewed. The pH response mechanism and industrial adaptation advantages of RNLA were elucidated, and the regulation rules of mainstream preparation technologies such as solution casting and microencapsulation were summarized. Furthermore, the influence mechanisms of storage environments involving pH, temperature and light on film performance were analyzed, the action pathways of antioxidant and antibacterial synergy were interpreted, the existing bottlenecks in this field were dissected and future development prospects were proposed. Results demonstrated that the linear correlation coefficient between the color value of RNLA and pH reached 0.991 within the core pH range of 6.5-8.5 corresponding to aquatic product spoilage, and the pigment retention rate could reach 85%-90% under the preparation temperature of 60 ℃, which was compatible with industrial film-forming processes. When konjac glucomannan (KGM)/carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) composite films were fabricated via solution casting, the optimal comprehensive performance was obtained at an anthocyanin dosage of 0.15%. Microencapsulation and electrospinning technologies could enhance the thermal stability of pigments by 30% and accelerate the pH response speed by 42%, respectively. In addition, modification strategies including citric acid compounding and UV shielding could significantly improve the stability of the films under weakly alkaline and light exposure conditions. In conclusion, with its precise pH response range, favorable thermal stability and excellent biological activity, RNLA is recognized as a highly promising natural functional component for aquatic product preservation.

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blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum) / anthocyanins / pH response / intelligent packaging / seafood preservation

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SUN Tao, SHI Wenhui, LI Shidi, CHAI Yan, FAN Rongliang, CHENG Jinchun, QI Yanjiao, CHEN Lihua, ZHAO Yamin. Preparation of Ribes nigrum Anthocyanin-based pH-responsive Intelligent Films and Research Progress on Their Application in Aquatic Product Preservation[J]. Packaging Engineering. 2026, 47(17): 186-199 https://doi.org/10.19554/j.cnki.1001-3563.2026.17.020

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