Irradiation for Food Safety and Quality (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781587160813)

Food irradiation is increasingly used worldwide as a proven and effective method of food preservation, as well as for improvement of food safety and quality. This book examines applications of the technology in produce, animal products, and prepared foods, the economics of various irradiation technologies, international regulations, the marketing of irradiated products to consumers and retail outlets, and irradiation's implications for the global trade in food and agricultural commodities. Also included is new information on the scientific, regulatory, and consumer acceptance status of food irradiation and the role this technology will play in the 21st century.

Author: Paisan Loaharanu,Paul Thomas
ISBN-10: 1587160811
ISBN-13: 9781587160813
Publisher: CRC Press
Language: English
Published: 02/15/2001
Pages: 232
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.22h x 6.30w x 0.81d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 06/01/2001 pg. 172