3. Critical points responsible for contamination
This section describes the main technological and physical factors responsible for contamination of foodstuffs by packaging substances.
The migration of high-mass molecules (between 200 and 2,000 g · mol
–1
) of the "additive" type is only possible after prolonged contact (typically several hours to several days at room temperature) between the packaging and the food (figure
6
). In the case of volatile molecules (low-molecular-weight additives, ink solvents or processing aids), contamination can occur with or without contact, after passing through...
You do not have access to this resource.
Exclusive to subscribers. 97% yet to be discovered!
Already subscribed?
Log in!
Ongoing reading
Critical points responsible for contamination