FMC, one of the largest North American producers of peracetic acid, introduces Spectrum™ biocide for direct poultry carcass treatment. Spectrum™ is an antimicrobial agent that can be used in multiple intervention points and can be applied by adding to spray, wash, rinse, dip, chill, scald, or other poultry processing water on poultry carcasses, poultry carcass parts and poultry organs. The FDA Food Contact Substance Notification No. is FCN 323. Spectrum™ biocide is permitted for use in the processing of organic poultry in accordance with 7 C.F.R. 205.605.
Benefits of Using Spectrum™
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Used as directed, Spectrum™ biocide reduces bacterial contamination that may cause product spoilage or decay. This product reduces contamination of the pathogenic bacteria Salmonella typhimurium, Campylobacter, Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli 0157:H7 on poultry carcasses, poultry carcass parts, and poultry organs.
For poultry applications, mix Spectrum™ biocide with water to achieve no more than 200 ppm peracetic acid solution. This can be accomplished by adding 7.5 fluid ounces of Spectrum™ biocide per 50 gallons of water.
DOT Considerations
• DOT Description
• Placards: 5.2 Organic Peroxide
• Product can not be shipped by air
• Shipments over 10,000 lbs. in reefers
• SpectrumTM is shipped as a 5.2 organic peroxide, corrosive liquid per competent authority
• Organic Peroxide Type F, Liquid (with less than or equal to 17% Peroxyacetic Acid, Stabilized), UN 3109
Safety, Storage, and Handling
• SpectrumTM is available in four container sizes
• 3000 lb One Way Tote
• 495 lb Drum
• 250 lb Drum
• 45 lb Carboy
• SpectrumTM should be stored in ambient temperatures below 86°F.
• SpectrumTM should not be stored near oxidizing agents, reducing agents, fuels or other non-compatible materials. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
• Do not double stack.
• Do not store on wooden pallets or in direct sunlight.
• Mix product according to directions and use immediately. Prepared use solutions of SpectrumTM should not be stored for later use.
• SpectrumTM should be handled using good industrial hygiene procedures. Empty drums and containers as thoroughly as possible. Never return product to original container.
• Use in areas where an eyewash station and water supply is readily available.
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