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This article is an overview of literature addressing edible fi lms and substances introduced to fi lms in order to impart them the antimicrobial activity. It describes natural polymers applied for the production of food packages and active substances of natural origin added to them, including: bacteriocins, enzymes, oils, and plant extracts. Further discussion refers to chitosan – a polysaccharide used for fi lm formation and characterised by strong antibacterial and antimycotic properties.