Bacterial cellulose composite with capsules embedded therein and preparation thereof

摘要

A composite of bacterial cellulose and capsules embedded therein is prepared, for example calcium alginate capsules encapsulating functional components being discretely embedded in a matrix of Gluconacetobacter xylinus cellulose. The functional components may be drugs, probiotics or nutrients, such as fungal polysaccharide.

主权项

1. A bacterial cellulose composite having capsules embedded therein, comprising a bacterial cellulose matrix and a plurality of capsules being discretely embedded therein, wherein said capsule comprises a core functional component and a bio-degradable polymeric shell enclosing said functional component.