Method for sanitizing fresh produce
US10993448B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 23, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 4, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23V2200/10
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided herein, inter alia, is a method for sanitizing produce, by: treating the produce with a catholyte solution for a period of time sufficient to sanitize the produce; treating the produce with a solution containing chlorine for a period of time sufficient to further sanitize the produce; and treating the produce with a solution containing peroxyacetic acid for a period of time sufficient to further sanitize the produce, where treating with the catholyte solution, the solution containing chlorine, and the solution containing peroxyacetic acid yields at least an additional 1 log unit reduction in microbial load, as compared to produce treated with a single solution selected from the catholyte solution, the solution containing chlorine, and the solution containing peroxyacetic acid.
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