This European Standard specifies a method for the detection of irradiated foods using photostimulated
luminescence (PSL). The technique described here comprises an initial measurement of PSL intensity which
may be used for screening purposes, and a calibration method to determine the PSL sensitivity to assist
classification. It is necessary to confirm a positive screening result using calibrated PSL or another
standardised (e.g. EN 1784 to EN 1788) or validated method.
The method has been successfully tested in interlaboratory trials using shellfish and herbs, spices and
seasonings [1]. From other studies it may be concluded that the method is applicable to a large variety of
foods [2], [3], [4].
DIN EN 13751:2009 history
2009DIN EN 13751:2009-11 Foodstuffs - Detection of irradiated food using photostimulated luminescence; German version EN 13751:2009
2009DIN EN 13751:2009 Foodstuffs - Detection of irradiated food using photostimulated luminescence; German version EN 13751:2009