date:Oct 17, 2012
An antimicrobial from AB Ingredients, CytoGuard LATM, combats pathogens in RTE processed meat and poultry products. Based on lauric arginate, a derivate of lauric acid, l-arginine and ethanol, the ingredient is not affected by pH and has a wide spectrum of activity and functions on nearly all bacteria, including Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli, Campylobacter, yeast, molds and Lactobacillus. And, because it is used at low levels, it typically does not impact flavor, color, texture or pH of the prod