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Find answers to common questions about Shelf Life Testing and Laboratory Services.
Real-Time Testing: Stored under normal conditions.
Accelerated Shelf-Life Testing (ASLT):Uses elevated stress conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity) to speed up degradation. .
Challenge Testing: Pathogen growth analysis.
aw determines microbial growth:
aw < 0.6 → No growth
0.6–0.85 → Yeast/mold
> 0.85 → Bacteria growth possible
Microbial limits exceeded
Sensory rejection
Chemical spoilage
Packaging failure
High moisture & nutrients
Rapid microbial growth
Enzymatic activity reduces shelf life
Bacteria grow even at refrigeration
Temperature abuse reduces shelf life
Protects from oxygen, light & moisture
Multilayer packaging increases shelf life