ASTM F1736-09(2016)
Standard Guide for Irradiation of Finfish and Aquatic Invertebrates Used as Food to Control Pathogens and Spoilage Microorganisms

Standard No.

ASTM F1736-09(2016)

Release Date

2009

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM F1736-21

Latest

ASTM F1736-21

Scope

4.1 Absorbed doses of or below 1 kGy can inactivate some parasites, such as the broad fish tapeworm (Dibothrocephalus latus) (2).

4.2 Absorbed doses below 10 kGy can reduce or eliminate vegetative cells of pathogenic sporeforming and non-sporeforming microorganisms, such as Clostridia spp., Vibrio spp., Salmonellae, Listeria monocytogenes, or Staphylococcus aureus, that may be present in fresh or frozen product.

4.2.1 Absorbed doses below 10 kGy can reduce the numbers of some spores, but are not adequate to reduce the potential health risk from microbial spores or toxins (3).

4.3 Absorbed doses below 10 kGy can reduce or eliminate the vegetative cells of sporeforming and non-sporeforming microorganisms, such as Bacillus or Pseudomonas species, that cause spoilage of fresh product, thus extending refrigerated shelf life in many cases (4).

1.1 This guide outlines procedures and operations for the irradiation of raw, untreated, fresh (chilled), or frozen finfish and aquatic invertebrates, while ensuring that the irradiated product is safe and wholesome.

1.1.1 Aquatic invertebrates include molluscs, crustacea, echinoderms, etc.

1.1.1.1 Molluscs include bivalve shellfish, such as clams, mussels, and oysters; snails; and cephalopods, such as squid and octopus.

1.1.1.2 Crustacea include shellfish such as shrimp, lobster, crabs, prawns and crayfish.

1.1.1.3 Echinoderms include sea urchins and sea cucumbers.

1.2 This guide covers absorbed doses used to reduce the microbial and parasite populations in aquatic invertebrates and finfish. Such doses typically are below 10 kGy (1).2

1.3 The use of reduced-oxygen packaging (vacuum or modified atmosphere, and including products packed in oil) with irradiated, raw ......

ASTM F1736-09(2016) Referenced Document

• ASTM E170 Standard Terminology Relating to Radiation Measurements and Dosimetry
• ASTM F1416 Standard Guide for Selection of Time-Temperature Indicators
• ASTM F1640 Standard Guide for Packaging Materials for Foods to Be Irradiated

ASTM F1736-09(2016) history

• 2021 ASTM F1736-21 Standard Guide for Irradiation of Finfish and Aquatic Invertebrates Used as Food to Control Pathogens and Spoilage Microorganisms
• 2009 ASTM F1736-09(2016) Standard Guide for Irradiation of Finfish and Aquatic Invertebrates Used as Food to Control Pathogens and Spoilage Microorganisms
• 2009 ASTM F1736-09 Standard Guide for Irradiation of Finfish and Aquatic Invertebrates Used as Food to Control Pathogens and Spoilage Microorganisms
• 2003 ASTM F1736-03 Standard Guide for Irradiation of Finfish and Aquatic Invertebrates Used as Food to Control Pathogens and Spoilage Microorganisms
• 1996 ASTM F1736-96 Standard Guide for Irradiation of Finfish and Shellfish to Control Pathogens and Spoilage Microorganisms