Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6394658 | Food Control | 2011 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Residues of É-caprolactam (CAP), a precursor monomer of nylon 6 used in food packaging materials, can migrate into foodstuffs. This work evaluated the migration of CAP into 95% ethanol (a fatty food simulant). A total of 8 (35%), 1 (33%), 2 (100%) and 3 (100%) packages intended for contact with bologna sausage, turkey blanquette, poultry breast, and pâté, respectively, presented specific migration levels exceed the limit established in Brazil and Europe (15 mg/kg of food). Therefore, in the interest of protecting human health, it is recommended that Brazilian government and its agencies develop measures to control and monitor food packaging materials containing nylon 6.
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Authors
Marcus V.J. Bomfim, Helena P.S. Zamith, Shirley M.P. Abrantes,