date:May 10, 2012
The antimicrobial is designed to help control Listeria monocytogenes, in addition to reducing microbial spoilage and extending the shelf life of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products.
Known as BactoCEASE, the new propionic acid-based ingredient is said to offer an alternative to lactate-based antimicrobials which have been shown to perform inconsistently in deli-style meats, says Kemin.
Until now, meat manufacturers have only had one primary option for Listeria control lactates, said Dr W