Nanocapsule-Based Reactive Nano-Fragrances with Slow-Release and Antibacterial Performances for Applications of Commodities

J Biomed Nanotechnol. 2022 Apr 1;18(4):1138-1145. doi: 10.1166/jbn.2022.3329.

Abstract

Fragrances are widely used in everyday life. However, too fast volatilization rates and poor adhesion on substrates limit their applications. In this study, reactive nano-fragrance based on cyanuric chloride (CYC)-modified chitosan (CSCYC) were prepared by a solvent evaporation method. First, CS-CYC was synthesized. Subsequently, CS and CS-CYC were utilized to prepare nano-fragrances. The results demonstrated that adding CS and CS-CYC could significantly improve the fragrance encapsulation efficiency and reduce the release rate of phenylethanol. phenylethanol Moreover, the adhesion of nano-capsules on commodities was improved with CS by forming hydrogen bonds. CYC on the surface of the nanocapsules further enhanced the conglutination of nano-fragrances on commodities by a condensation reaction with wallpaper. Additionally, the addition of both CS and CS-CYC imparted antibacterial activity for the nano-fragrances against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria with excellent biosafety. Therefore, the reactive nano-fragrances with antimicrobial activity and slow-release properties could provide a comfortable and healthy living environment, making them have vast application potential.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / chemistry
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / pharmacology
  • Chitosan* / chemistry
  • Chitosan* / pharmacology
  • Gram-Negative Bacteria
  • Gram-Positive Bacteria
  • Nanocapsules* / chemistry
  • Perfume*
  • Phenylethyl Alcohol*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Nanocapsules
  • Perfume
  • Chitosan
  • Phenylethyl Alcohol