The application of potassium persulfate inthe food industry is mainly reflected in its properties as an oxidizing agent, which is used to improve many aspects of food processing. The following is the specific application of potassium persulfate in the food industry:
1. Bleach: Potassium persulfate can be usedas a food-grade bleach to improve the color of certain foods, such as removing the natural yellow color of flour in flour processing to make it whiter.
2. Disinfectant: Potassium persulfate, dueto its strong oxidation, can be used to disinfect food contact surfaces, help kill bacteria and viruses, and ensure the health and safety of the food
processing environment.
3. Food processing AIDS: In some foodprocessing processes, potassium persulfate can be used as a processing aid to help improve the texture and taste of food, such as as a modifier in starch
processing.
4. Food packaging material treatment:potassium persulfate can be used for the surface treatment of food packaging materials, improve the barrier properties of packaging materials, and extend the shelf life of food.
It should be noted that the application ofpotassium persulfate in the food industry requires strict compliance with food safety standards and regulations to ensure the safety and compliance of use. In addition, due to the strong oxidizing properties of potassium persulfate, its use in the food industry requires precise dosage control to avoid adverse effects on food composition.