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Published on: March 11, 2021
World Market Development and Consumer Acceptance of Irradiation Technology
Behnoush Maherani1, Farah Hossain2, Paula Criado3
1INRS-Institut Armand-Frappier, Research Laboratories in Sciences Applied to Food, Canadian Irradiation Centre, 531 des Prairies, Blvd. Laval City, QC H7V 1B7, Canada. behnoush.maherani@iaf.inrs.ca.
Abstract:
Food irradiation is an efficient technology that can be used to ensure food safety by eliminating insects and pathogens to prolong the shelf life. The process could be applied to fresh or frozen products without affecting the nutritional value. Presently more than 60 countries have adopted the technology. However, the technology adaptation differs from one country to another and, in some cases, consumers' misunderstanding and lack of acceptance may hinder the technology adaptation process. This review summarizes the development of irradiation treatment worldwide and consumer attitudes towards the introduction of this technology. Also, the wholesomeness, beneficial effects, and regulation of irradiation are assessed.
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