Prevention of spoilage by enterocin AS-48 combined with chemical preservatives, under vacuum, or modified atmosphere in a cooked ham model

► Enterocin AS-48 can be used to prolong the self life of cooked ham. ► AS-48 by itself can control Lactobacillus sakei, Brochothrix thermosphacta, and Staphylococcus carnosus. ► Several food-grade chemical preservatives increases the action of AS-48 against L. sakei. ► Storage under vacuum is very effective in increasing the activity of AS-48 against L. sakei and B. thermosphacta.