Steam Sterilization

Steam sterilization, commonly performed in an autoclave, is a method that involves exposing merchandise to direct steam at high temperatures and pressure for a certain period. This process is widely known for its ability to sterilize effectively, ensuring that products are free from harmful bacteria and pathogens. However,traditional steam sterilization methods often result in a loss of product color and quality, which can be a significant disadvantage for natural products like turmeric powder.

At Grenera Nutrients, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality natural products to our discerning customers. Ensuring the purity and safety of our products is paramount, which is why we utilize advanced steam sterilization methods. Specifically, our vacuum-based steam sterilization technique sets us apart, preserving the natural color and integrity of our products while effectively eliminating harmful microorganisms.

At Grenera, we’ve adopted vacuum-based steam sterilization to overcome the limitations of conventional methods. This innovative approach involves creating  a vacuum environment before introducing steam. The absence of air allows for more efficient heat transfer, ensuring uniform sterilization of every particle of turmeric powder. Here are the key advantages of this method:

Color Preservation: One of the most significant benefits of vacuum-based steam sterilization is its ability to preserve the vibrant yellow color of turmeric powder.
Conventional methods often lead to discoloration due to high heat and moisture, but our vacuum method ensures the product retains its natural appearance.

Enhanced Sterilization Efficiency: The vacuum environment enables steam to penetrate more deeply and evenly into the product, ensuring thorough sterilization.This comprehensive process guarantees the elimination of all microorganisms, making the product safe for consumption.

Retention of Nutritional Value: The gentler processing conditions of vacuum-based steam sterilization help preserve the essential nutrients and active compounds in turmeric powder. This ensures consumers receive a product that is not only safe but also rich in its natural benefits.

Meeting Stringent Microbial Standards: For markets in Europe, North America, and Japan, stringent microbial standards are prerequisites for importing food products.

At Grenera, we ensure our organic turmeric powder meets the following microbial parameters:

1. Total Plate Count: Measures the total number of viable bacteria in the product, ensuring it is within safe limits.

2.Coliforms: Indicators of potential contamination; our sterilization process ensures coliform levels are non-detectable.

3.Enterobacteriaceae: This bacterial family includes many pathogens; our rigorous sterilization procedure removes these bacteria to ensure product safety.

4.Yeast and Mold: These microorganisms can spoil food and cause health issues; vacuum-based steam sterilization effectively eliminates them from our
turmeric powder.

5.E. Coli: A common pathogen that must be completely absent from food products; our advanced sterilization process ensures E. Coli is eradicated.

6.Salmonella: This dangerous bacterium can cause severe foodborne illness; our method guarantees our products are Salmonella-free.