Development of lemongrass essential oil nanoemulsion formulation as an edible coating to extend shelf life of tomato

Srushti Macwan , Gayatree Jadeja , Bhavesh Joshi , Ghanshyam Patil , Amee Ravani

Tomato, Postharvest loss, Edible coating, Lemongrass Essential oil, Nanoemulsion, Nanotechnology

This study investigated the effect of lemongrass essential oil (LEO) nanoemulsion coatings on the shelf life of tomatoes. Two concentrations (0.5% and 1.0%) were prepared in a pectin-based matrix and applied by dipping for varying durations. The coated fruits were evaluated for spoilage, physiological loss in weight (PLW%), firmness, lycopene content, and redness during storage under ambient conditions. Both coatings effectively reduced spoilage and weight loss, maintained firmness, and delayed ripening compared to the control. Among treatments, 0.5% LEO nanoemulsion with longer dipping times provided the best preservation, extending tomato shelf life while retaining quality attributes. These findings suggest that LEO nanoemulsion is a safe, natural, and eco-friendly approach for reducing postharvest losses in tomatoes.

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"Development of lemongrass essential oil nanoemulsion formulation as an edible coating to extend shelf life of tomato", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.10, Issue 9, page no.a665-a672, September-2025, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2509081.pdf

Volume 10 Issue 9, September-2025

Pages : a665-a672

Paper Reg. ID: IJSDR_304918

Published Paper Id: IJSDR2509081

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Research Area: Science and Technology

Country: Anand, Gujarat, India

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ISSN: 2455-2631 | IMPACT FACTOR: 9.15 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2016

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