Method for removing residual hydrogen peroxide on a sterilized food package
US4368081A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 20, 1981 |
| Grant date | Jan 11, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 20, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B55/10
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Packing material for foodstuff is sterilized with hydrogen peroxide. Residual hydrogen peroxide on the material is then removed by contacting the material with an anti-oxidant or reducing agent which is an approved food additive. L-ascorbic acid is preferred.
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