| Black spot development or "melanosis" is a common defect in fresh shrimp which results in product being devalued and rejected by consumers. Currently, sulfiting agents are used to control melanosis in shrimp. However, with increasing regulatory and consumer concerns about the safety of sulphites as a method of melanosis control, the shrimp processing industry is actively seeking alternative methods to control melanosis on, and extend the shelf life of, fresh shrimp. One method which has the potential to fulfill both objectives is glucose oxidase (GOX)/glucose dipping solutions in conjunction with Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP).;Preliminary studies have shown that black spot development can be controlled for 14 days at 4... |
