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Consumer demand for chemical and residue-free food has increased and this research was initiated in response to this.
Alternative disinfestation methods that do not use harmful chemicals such high- or low-temperature exposure and modified atmospheres with high CO2 or low O2 concentrations have been applied to more durable food products such as grain.
This paper reports on a study involving the use of O2 absorber Ageless (R) with sultana raisins as a replacement for chemical insect control after packaging.
Use of Oxygen Absorber for Disinfestation of Consumer Packages of Dried Vine Fruit and its Effect on Fruit Colour
2005, Journal of Stored Products Research, vol 41, pages 77-89
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