Physical-mechanical and antimicrobial properties of nanocomposite films with pediocin and ZnO nanoparticles

► Nanocomposite films of methyl cellulose were made using central composite design. ► ZnO nanoparticles and pediocin were incorporated in nanocomposite films. ► Antimicrobial activity and physical-mechanical changes were evaluated. ► Antimicrobials affected significantly nanocomposite films properties. ► Nanocomposite films had activity against S. aureus and L. monocytogenes.