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Investigation Of Factors Influencing Trichloromethane Levels In Milk And Its Control., Siobhan Ryan
Investigation Of Factors Influencing Trichloromethane Levels In Milk And Its Control., Siobhan Ryan
Theses
Trichloromethane (TCM) is an undesirable chemical residue that can develop in milk. While TCM levels in milk are not within ranges of public health concern, it is important that minimal levels are maintained in order to promote the marketing of Irish dairy products abroad. Germany has enacted strict regulations on TCM concentrations in foodstuffs with a recommended level of0.002 mg/kg and re-analyse those milks, subsequent to cause identification and provision of advice on reducing TCM levels in milk. Milk samples were analysed using Gas chromatography (GC) with electron capture detection. The GC method was adapted and a standard curve was …