Journal of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Vol 12, No 1 (2024): J.Food.Pharm.Sci

Formaldehyde Content in Indonesian Food and the Analysis Method: A Review

Putri, Anggita Rosiana (Unknown)
Awidarta, Kevin (Unknown)
Pratita Ihsan, Bachtiar Rifai (Unknown)
Khaerunisa, Intan (Unknown)
Ulum, Muhammad Bachrul (Unknown)
Huda, Laili Fadhotun (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2024

Abstract

Apart from being rich in culture, Indonesia is also rich in food culture. However, in some cases, there are illegal additions of formalin (37% formaldehyde) to food to extend shelf life. If humans consume food containing formaldehyde, it will have a harmful impact. Formaldehyde has the potential to cause cancer. In recent years, formaldehyde has still been found in several Indonesian foods. There are several analytical methods developed to detect formaldehyde levels in food. This review overview of the formaldehyde effect to human health, formaldehyde content in fish and Indonesian food, and the detection methods.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JFPS

Publisher

Subject

Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Chemical Engineering, Chemistry & Bioengineering Immunology & microbiology Materials Science & Nanotechnology Medicine & Pharmacology Neuroscience

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Journal of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences offers scientists, researchers, and other professionals to share knowledge of scientific advancements. The journal will publish original research articles, review articles, short communication, and letter to editor. The area of focus should cover all ...