Sterilant for aseptic packaging on
Tetra Pak’s Immersion type machines
Application
Aseptic processing represents a major advance over alternative forms of sterilization and shelf-stability. It
allows perishable items to be shipped and stored without refrigeration, saving costs through every step
of the supply chain. Aseptic also provides consumers a higher quality and better tasting product than
conventional bottling and canning. In terms of health and wellness, aseptic generally retains a third more
vitamins and nutrients than the “old” canning and bottling technologies. Aseptic packaging equipments
apply hydrogen peroxide on the surface of packaging material just prior to filling. This ensures that the
food product (which is sterilized separately by UHT process) will not be contaminated by microorganisms
from the packaging.
Description
TETRAMATE 35 is a Food grade oxidant, formulated to suite the unique specifications required by Tetra
Pak’s Aseptic Filling machines to achieve the desired microbial reduction. TETRAMATE 35 is used on
these machines without dilution.
Advantages
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TETRAMATE 35 is made from high purity hydrogen peroxide as an active ingredient.
Precisely stabilized peroxygen to sustain elevated operating temperatures during packaging.
It has the right combination of ingredients to perform disinfection of packing material with minimum
deposition on machine parts.
TETRAMATE 35 gives minimal residue deposition on hot squeegee rollers & spray nozzles, which
maintains regular operation time between cleaning cycles.
Finished packed products are having very good quality after 14 days incubation period.
No residual peroxide is found in packed product during normal machine operation.
Specification
TETRAMATE 35 is an optimized mix of special stabilizers and high purity Hydrogen peroxide and it is
compliant with US-FDA codex & TISI – 897-2539 standards.
TETRAMATE 35 is suitable for all Tetra Pak filling machines with bath technology (both deep bath and
shallow bath) i.e. A3, TBA and A1 filling machines. It complies with the specifications shown in Table 1
Additional Specifications:
TETRAMATE 35 concentration of hydrogen peroxide in the tank of filling machine does not drop below
30% w/w during at least 120 hours of machine operation (e.g. 1 week of production on 3 shifts)
The frequency of maintenance to be performed on the machine (cleaning of spraying nozzles and rollers
after the bath) does not increase due to reasons relating to TETRAMATE 35 quality.
Additional specs are subject to following compliance by the machine users:
• Machine’s Peroxide contact surfaces are kept passivated at least once a year.
• Spare parts from Tetra Pak be used and should be compatible with H2O2.
• Daily / weekly check for H2O2 filter to remove and wash it as per Tetra Pak recommendation to avoid
contamination that can lead to H2O2 decomposition.
• H2O2 refill container is kept clean.
• Packaging material should not be exposed to dirt/dust.
Storage, Handling & Safety
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Store in vented container in cool, dry and ventilated place.
Use compatible materials for handling (e.g: Teflon, 304/316 SS)
Use dedicated equipments (e.g: pump and pipes) in delivery system.
Store in original container equipped with vents.
Keep containers/drums upright.
Avoid contamination of any kind. (e.g: dirt, caustic, reducing agents and metals)
Never return unused portions of H2O2 to original container
Keep lid closed when not in use.
Avoid elevated temperatures.
Do not store H2O2 drums on wooden pallets or near combustible materials.
Wear safety goggles, rubber gloves and shoes.
Handle spills by dilution with water.
In case of contact with skin/eyes, immediately wash with plenty of water.
(Ask for Material Safety Data Sheet for information concerning exposure, emergency first aid and disposal.)
HACCP
Certified System
FDA
Certified Products
Halal
Certified Products
Kosher
Certified Products
Quality
ISO 9001:2000
Environment
ISO 14001:2005
Safety & Health
OHSAS / TIS 18001
GMP
Certified Facility
Sterilant for aseptic packaging on
Tetra Pak’s Immersion type machines
Table 1
Parameter
FCC Codex
limits
TETRA PAK
SPECS
(REV : DEC 2009)
H2O2 Content, % by weight
35% Min.
35 – 40% wt
% Stability 3 Hrs, 96 ˚C
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TETRAMATE 35 Limits
35 - 36%
99.6% (min)
pH
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Between 2.0 – 4.0
2.5 (max)
Sp. Gravity @ 25 +/- 1 deg C
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1.132 -1.153 @ 20
deg C
1.13 (min) @ 25 +/- 1 deg C
Appearance
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Clear, Colorless
Color (H.U.)
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Clear
15 (max)
Total Organic Carbon
100 ppm (max)
Non volatile matter / Residue
(110 deg C)
60 ppm (max)
Acidity As H2SO4, % Wt
0.03 % (max)
150 ppm (max)
60 ppm (max)
0.03 % (max)
Tin
10 ppm (max)
Phosphate as PO4
50 ppm (max)
Iron
0.5 ppm (max)
0.5 ppm (max)
Lead
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1 ppm (max)
10 ppm (max)
80 ppm ( Max )
50 ppm (max)
Chloride
1 ppm ( Max )
1 ppm (max)
Conductivity
(micro siemens/cm)
50 ( Min )
130 (max)
Nitrate
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100 ppm (max)
Hydrogen peroxide being a critical element of aseptic filling & packaging, Tetra Pak observes a systematic
evaluation and approval procedure for Hydrogen Peroxide manufacturers. FMC Corporation, is the technology
supplier and the JV partner for Thai Peroxide. FMC’s has jointly worked with Tetra Pak since early stages
of Aseptic filling machines. Product manufactured by Thai Peroxide has been well established at Tetra Pak’s
customers in Asian region.
Shelf Life
• Best before 1 year from date of production
Quality
• Conforms to FCC VI specifications
• ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, FDA, HALAL certifications
• GMP certified facility
Packing
• 30 Kg and 240 Kg PE drums
• 1 MT IBC
• Bulk delivery by dedicated tank-trucks within Thailand.
Shipping Considerations
• Product can not be shipped by air
• Placards: Oxidizer 5.1 and Corrosive
• Hydrogen peroxide 35% is classified as an “Oxidizer”; USA DOT code 34; UN Number 2014
Website and Contact
Visit our website at www.adityabirlachemicals.com to view MSDS & Certificates.
For additional assistance call Customer Service: Tel: +66-2-7042141
E-mail: customerservices.thaichemicals@adityabirla.com
Thai Peroxide Co., Ltd. (Aditya Birla Group)
Sales office : 77 Moo 6, Soi Sukhaphiban 1, Poochaosamingprai Rd.,
Samrong, Phrapradaeng, Samutprakarn 10130, Thailand
Tel : 66-2-704 2100 Fax : 66-2- 748 4970
The above information and recommendations given by us (TPL) is to the best of our knowledge & ability and is intended to provide general notes on our products and their
usages. It should not be therefore construed as guaranteeing the specification of the product described or their suitability for a particular application. We expressly request the
customer or end users of our products to perform such tests prior to any commercial use or application of our products for the specific intended use. No representation, warranty
or guarantee is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. No consequential losses shall be entertained by the usage of the product.