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Abstract
A prerequisite for the aseptic packaging of food is the UHT or HTST process used for sterilizing the food. These processes are defined. The history, microbiology, and engineering principles of aseptic processing and packaging are covered. Attainment of sterility and acceptable levels of spoilage are discussed. Methods used for sterilization of packaging materials include thermal and chemical methods. Thermal methods are normally used for sterilizing the product. With some products there are problems due to enzyme survival. UHT processing systems and aseptic packaging plants are reviewed.
