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Modified atmosphere packaging of seafood.

K Stammen1, D Gerdes, F Caporaso

  • 1Department of Food Science and Nutrition, Chapman College, Fullerton, CA 92633.

Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
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Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) can significantly extend seafood shelf life by inhibiting spoilage. This review assesses the safety of MAP seafood, focusing on preventing botulism risks.

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Area of Science:

  • Food Science
  • Microbiology
  • Seafood Technology

Background:

  • Current seafood shelf life averages 2-14 days with icing and refrigeration.
  • Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) with elevated carbon dioxide can double or triple seafood shelf life.
  • Concerns exist regarding potential botulism from Clostridium botulinum in MAP seafood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety of modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) for seafood.
  • To analyze factors influencing the safety of MAP seafood.
  • To compare different research methodologies and quality indices for MAP seafood.

Main Methods:

  • Review and comparison of raw materials used in MAP seafood.
  • Analysis of various research methodologies for MAP seafood safety.
  • Evaluation of quality indices, treatment, and packaging options for MAP seafood.

Main Results:

  • MAP effectively inhibits seafood spoilage flora, extending shelf life.
  • Potential risks associated with Clostridium botulinum types B, E, and F in MAP seafood were examined.
  • The study provides a comparative analysis of safety considerations across different MAP approaches.

Conclusions:

  • MAP technology offers significant potential for extending seafood shelf life.
  • Careful consideration of raw materials, processing, and packaging is crucial for ensuring MAP seafood safety.
  • Further research and standardized methodologies are needed to mitigate botulism risks associated with MAP seafood.

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