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into the sewer. Also, most seafood products require a The New Alternative Method for Replacing the
large amount of ice to be frozen before use in the Regular Ice
production process and to maintain freshness. As a Jelly ice cubes are made to be an alternative to replacing
result, it is difficult to control the contamination of traditional ice. They have the potential to reduce water
pathogens, especially the mold that is often attached to consumption and ecological impact. Furthermore, these novelty
plastic bags or packaging for transportation. So, at the cubes could maintain a stable temperature for up to 13 hours
beginning of the research, the team investigated the of transportation, so they could help minimize food spoilage.
efficacy of ice cubes. The result showed that they can They may also be advantageous for food preparation
handle up to 22 pounds, or almost 10 kilograms, without businesses, transportation companies, and food manufacturers
deformation of shape. Furthermore, it can be reused who require cold storage. Besides, the application of this ice
more than 10 times by washing with water or rinsing cube may reduce water usage in the food supply chain, decrease
rapidly with bleach at a low concentration. In addition to food waste, and help control microbial contamination.
that, when they are discarded at the end of their lifecycle, Although technology, such as refrigerators and freezers,
jelly cubes can be composted and help increase plant contributes to controlling most cold storage systems, some
growth. industries, including the fishing industry, still require traditional
ice to preserve food quality. Admittedly, when the ice melts, it
becomes a breeding ground for bacteria, which may contaminate
the food. Moreover, wastewater released into natural water
bodies can cause pollution, too. The application of jelly ice
cubes, therefore, could be a perfect alternative for the food
industry to reduce environmental problems, save resources,
and prevent food waste.

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www.ucdavis.edu/food/news/uc-davis-jelly-ice-cube-doesnt-melt
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