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I am seeking brief descriptions of current pasteurization protocols in current use. I am basically looking for time and temperature recommendations.

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145F (65C) for 30 min Vat or batch pasteurization
161F (72C) for 15 sec High temperature short time Pasteurization (HTST)
191F (89C) for 1 sec Ultra Pasteurization UP
194F (90C) for 0.5 sec UP
201F (94C) for 0.1 sec UP
204F (96C) for 0.05 sec UP
212F (100C) for 0.01 sec UP
280F (138C) for 2.0 sec Ultra-high temperature (UHT) Sterilization, followed by rapid cooling

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http://www.niroinc.com/html/gea_liquid_processing/pasteurization.htm

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