Application and usage:
Nisin is a natural antibiotic used for the conservation of food.
Nisin is especially effective against a wide range of Gram-positive bacteria, especially Gram-positive spores.
In contrast, it does not prevent yeasts and mold from growing.
It can thus be used selectively against bacteria without killing needed germs or molds.
Nisin will be added during food production as dry powder or in a solution. The special field of application is also the treatment of the food surfaces. Here a soaking bath, a spray or a treatment of the packaging material is helpful.