In this study, chitosan/halloysite nanotubes/tea polyphenol (CS/HNTs/TP) nanocomposite films were prepared by the solution casting method. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) result showed that the nanocomposite film with a CS/HNTs ratio of 6:4 and a TP content of 10% (C6H4-TP10) had a relatively smooth surface and a dense internal structure. The water vapor barrier property of the nanocomposite film was improved due to the tortuous channels formed by the HNTs. However, the swelling degree and water solubility of the nanocomposite films were decreased. The nanocomposite films have a good antioxidant capacity. Antibacterial experiments showed that the C6H4-TP10 nanocomposite film had certain inhibitory effects on the growth of both E. coli and S. aureus. In addition, we used 3D printer to verify the printability of the optimal formulation of the film-forming solution. Overall, this strategy provides a simple approach to construct promising natural antioxidants and antibacterial food packaging.
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