Antibacterial Activity of Hexanol Vapor In Vitro and on the Surface of Vegetables

Antibacterial Activity of Hexanol Vapor In Vitro and on the Surface of Vegetables

Hexanol is a volatile alcohol and a major component of plant essential oils (EOs). However, the antibacterial activity of hexanol vapor has not been well studied. This study aimed to evaluate the antibacterial activity of hexanol. In this study, seven food-related bacteria were exposed to 1-, 2- or...

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Main Authors: Daisuke Kyoui, Yuka Saito, Akifumi Takahashi, Gou Tanaka, Runa Yoshida, Yoshiyuki Maegaki, Taketo Kawarai, Hirokazu Ogihara, Chise Suzuki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-08-01
Series:Foods
Subjects:
antibacterial treatment
hexanol
vapor
vegetable freshness
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/12/16/3097

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