Steripure officially obtained COSMOS certification from Ecocert on October 7, 2024, marking a key milestone in the company’s commitment to quality and sustainability in the cosmetics sector. What is COSMOS Certification? COSMOS (Cosmetics Organic and Natural Standard) is an international label granted by ECOCERT that certifies that
The Treatment of Contaminated Vanilla with Steripure Technology The production and storage of vanilla, one of the most prized products in the world, often face challenges, notably contamination by mold. These microorganisms can not only impair the quality of vanilla but also pose health risks. Steripure has
Flaxseeds are recognized for their nutritional benefits, including high levels of omega-3, fiber and lignans. However, they also contain hydrocyanic acid, a potentially toxic compound. Galab Laboratories recently carried out a series of analyses to assess the effectiveness of a treatment, using saturated steam injection
What is E. Coli bacteria? E.coli is a particularly dangerous germ that can lead to death, as well as irreversible lifelong damage. E.coli is also found on dry ingredients such as nuts, seeds and natural powders. How can you prevent contamination? Prevention is the key to food safety, and
Commission Regulation (EC) No. 1881/2006 (2) sets maximum levels for certain contaminants, including hydrocyanic acid, in foodstuffs. The European Commission has set the maximum level of hydrocyanic acid authorized for flaxseed at 150 mg/kg. Naturally produced by certain plants, it is therefore extremely toxic and can be
A thesis published in 2023 by the Walnut Board of California demonstrates the positive effect on rancidity and vitamin E content of batch treatment. They compared saturated steam, continuous heat treatment & no treatment at all. The 2 systems studied are: the NAPASOL system and a
No food industry that uses or produces food is immune to food moths! The food moth eats everything and can pierce a closed plastic bag to attack the food. Find out how to treat a food moth infestation in this article. What is a food moth
Building a green business Individuals and companies alike, we all need to think about our environmental impact. Covid, the war in Ukraine and the latest climatic developments all call on us to accelerate our actions in this direction, and as quickly as possible for eco-companies committed
Exporting foodstuffs for the agri-food industry to the United States If you want to export food products, such as nuts, to the United States, you need to think ahead. The American dream exists, but if you don't take the necessary precautions, it can quickly become a
There are several solutions to get rid of a #microbial contamination problem 1️⃣ Chemistry Beyond regulatory bans, there is a consensus not to adopt this solution. Such as#ethyleneoxide found on many #sesame #psyllium products from India. 2️⃣ Ionization It is an effective technology and is allowed in France only for a