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To develop a microemulsion system for delivering eugenol to enhance its antibacterial activity in food applications.

April 29, 2026Journal of Food Safety

Eugenol‐Loaded Microemulsions: Characterization, Antibacterial Activity, and Fresh‐Cut Lettuce Sanitization

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YWYifei WangQingdao Agricultural University LPLi PanShanghai Institute of Technology LGLujun GuShanghai Institute of Technology

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Randomized trial demonstrates effective antibacterial activity of eugenol microemulsions in fresh-cut lettuce, highlighting safety and quality benefits.

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To develop a microemulsion system for delivering eugenol to enhance its antibacterial activity in food applications.
Developed microemulsion using Tween 80 and lactic acid as surfactants.
Conducted antibacterial assays to evaluate effectiveness against common bacteria.
Performed sanitation trials on fresh-cut lettuce to assess microbial reduction and quality retention.
Minimum inhibitory concentrations: 0.5 mg/mL for Staphylococcus aureus, 0.25 mg/mL for Escherichia coli.
Population reduction of over 6-log units achieved in 10 minutes at a concentration of 1 mg/mL.
At 0.5 mg/mL, the microemulsion maintained quality, vitamin C, chlorophyll, and color stability in lettuce.

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Wang et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f19fd5edf4b4682480671f https://doi.org/10.1111/jfs.70071

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Randomized trial demonstrates effective antibacterial activity of eugenol microemulsions in fresh-cut lettuce, highlighting safety and quality benefits.

Eugenol‐Loaded Microemulsions: Characterization, Antibacterial Activity, and Fresh‐Cut Lettuce Sanitization

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Eugenol‐Loaded Microemulsions: Characterization, Antibacterial Activity, and Fresh‐Cut Lettuce Sanitization

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