formic acid

How Is the Protective Effect of Organic Acids on Meat via Decontamination?

Beef carcass meat surfaces can become contaminated by various bacteria over time. Bacteria causing spoilage and mold on meat surfaces are known as E. coli and S. aureus. For this reason, some organic acids are used at concentrations of 1%, ...

How is Formic Acid Used to Inhibit Bacterial Growth in Contaminated Broiler Feeds?

Contaminated animal feeds decompose over time due to bacterial growth, depending on ambient temperature and the acidity level of the environment.Formic acid has been applied at different concentrations in the feed of broiler chicks to preve...