Ökotest: Salmon – First time without detection of ethoxyquin

Ökotest: Salmon – First time without detection of ethoxyquin

Ökotest: Salmon – First time without detection of ethoxyquin

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Dec 27, 2021 - Foods

Ökotest: Salmon – First time without detection of ethoxyquin

Ökotest: Salmon – First time without detection of ethoxyquin

In the Öko-Test issue of December 2021, 20 salmons were tested. Among them were 15 farmed smoked salmons and 5 smoked wild salmons.

The following test parameters were examined:

For the first time in this test, the potentially carcinogenic feed preservative ethoxyquin was no longer detectable in any farmed salmon. The investigation of pathogens like salmonella or heavy metals such as mercury, as well as antibiotic residues, was also unproblematic. Three wild salmons were infested with nematodes, which are considered unpleasant but are not a health risk.

In the sensory check, no defects were initially found. In the examination at the indicated expiry date, many salmons already smelled and tasted somewhat rancid or fishy.

In our Tentamus laboratories, we regularly conduct chemical and microbiological tests of fish and salmon. We provide fast and reliable results.
Our customer advisors are happy to assist you with any questions you may have.

 

 

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