Influence of surfactant concentration on selected quality parameters of fruit washing agents

Abstract

Abstract In this study, special types of washing agents, intended for fruit washing were developed. Fruit washing agents with different contents of non-ionic surfactants have been prepared. The developed products were characterized in terms of performance with regard to their ability to remove pesticide residues from fruit surfaces. Special attention was paid to the safety of use in relation to the level of skin irritation during washing. The results provided important information on the effect of surfactant concentration on selected quality parameters of the developed fruit washing agents.