CHANGES IN LEAD CONCENTRATION OF FOODS STORED IN THEIR OPENED CANS
- 1 June 1978
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in Journal of Food Safety
- Vol. 1 (4) , 241-245
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1745-4565.1978.tb00278.x
Abstract
A study was made of the effect on the concentration of lead in canned fruits and juices when these food products are stored in their original containers after opening. Samples stored in a refrigerator were analyzed for lead upon initial opening, 2 days after opening, and 5 days after opening. Products in nonlacquered cans showed significant increases in lead concentration with time. The increase of lead in the food product could have an effect on estimates of average dietary intakes of lead if this practice is found to be widespread.Keywords
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