EFFECT OF DIMETHYL DICARBONATE (DMDC) ON SURVIVAL OF MICROBIAL ACTIVITY IN BEVERAGES

This study investigated the effect of dimethyl dicarbonate (DMDC) on sensory, physico-chemical and microbial quality of the beverages. Study was carried out on lemon carbonated soft drink, 40% and 70% orange juice (Noncarbonated), it was found that the DMDC was more effective in glass bottle than thin plastic bottle and it does not affect on the colour, flavour, odour and taste of the beverages and it can be applied on conventional cold and hot fill lines with minor adjustments.