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Process for inhibition of microbial growth in aqueous transport streams

US5409713A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 17, 1993
Grant dateApr 25, 1995
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Expiry dateMar 17, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC02F1/722
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention is a process for preventing microbial growth in aqueous streams by applying peracetic acid to the aqueous stream. Generally, the process of the invention is applicable to aqueous streams used in any number of applications such as the application of streams for the transport of fruits or vegetables into the processing environment and through the various steps of processing.

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