Time / Temperature for killing pathogens?
Hi all, Out of curiosity do most companies do their own validation study on time/temp needed to kill pathogens or is there a guideline of some sort they follow…
- John reply
It is acceptable to use peer reviewed data You need to identify which pathogens you are trying to control, their unique responses to the type of "kill step" you are proposing/usin…
- Ogunleye Oluwadunsin Augustine reply
Hi, Before you can determine the time and temperature for pasteurization. You must first know the kinds of microbes you are dealing with and study them in other to pick the approp…
- Nivedya reply
You need to identify the type of microbe you will be eliminating. And what parameters inhibits the growth or eliminate the particular microorganism. And yes, most companies do the…
- prashant chavan reply
Most companies do follow established guidelines and standards for validation studies on the time/temp needed to kill pathogens in food products. For herbal extract companies, the…
- Ogunleye Oluwadunsin Augustine reply
Hello, In case the production process does not involve usage of heat, how can the microbes be eliminated.