Use of Optical Oxygen Sensors in Non-Destructively Determining the Levels of Oxygen Present in Combined Vacuum and Modified Atmosphere Packaged Pre-Cooked Convenience-Style Foods and the Use of Ethanol Emitters to Extend Product Shelf-Life

O2 sensors were used to non-destructively monitor O2 levels in commercially packed pre-cooked, convenience modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) foods. A substantial level of O2 (>15%) was present in packs resulting in a shorter than expected shelf-life, where the primary spoilage mechanism was...

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Main Authors: Andreas W. Hempel, Dmitri B. Papkovsky, Joseph P. Kerry
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-11-01
Series:Foods
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/2/4/507