Patulin Test Strip Kits
Patulin is a significant concern due to its potential health risks, particularly in fruits like apples, which are often affected by Penicillium expansum. Its stability in acidic environments (such as in apple juice or cider) is one reason it persists even after processing, making it more difficult to eliminate completely. This toxin has been linked to a variety of health issues, including gastrointestinal disturbances and potential carcinogenic effects, especially with long-term exposure
The ABRAXIS Patulin Test Strip is a significant step forward in managing patulin contamination in apple juice and other food products. This test strip provides a simple, rapid, and cost-effective way for producers and quality control teams to monitor patulin levels in their products without the need for complex laboratory setups. Empowering food processors to monitor contamination levels at multiple stages of production, from raw materials to finished products.
By enabling in-house testing, the ABRAXIS Patulin Test Strip allows companies to make faster and more informed decisions regarding product quality and safety, particularly before products reach consumers. This is crucial for minimizing the risk of contamination and preventing potential recalls, which can be costly both in terms of finances and reputation.
This method not only helps with compliance to food safety regulations but also plays a crucial role in maintaining consumer trust by ensuring that products are safe and free from harmful levels of patulin. With increasing awareness of food safety, tools like the ABRAXIS Patulin Test Strip can help prevent the need for large-scale recalls and ensure that products meet regulatory limits for contaminants.
Key Benefits of Patulin Test Strips Analysis
- Rapid, on-site screening analysis - answers in less than 2 hours making it ideal for both routine testing and quick checks in the production line
- Applications for apple juice, apple cider, applesauce, puree and pear puree (contact Gold Standard Diagnostics for additional fruit juice/products)
- Test Kit Range - 4.0 ppb to 90 ppb depending on sample matrix
- Meets global regulatory action levels
- Simple sample extraction
- Highest quality antibody with excellent affinity, specificity
- Improves turnaround time by eliminating delays associated with sample shipments for off-site analysis
