Getting Started

APC collaborates with food and beverage manufacturers to guide them through the entire process of applying HPP to their products, from the concept phase through commercialization.

Making the utilization of HPP as seamless and cost effective as possible is APC’s principle goal. APC is the only company of its kind in the U.S. that is able to provide the entire range of services necessary to apply HPP to foods and beverages.

Applying HPP to food and beverage products is a multi-step process. There are scientific (laboratory), packaging and regulatory components that need to be addressed. APC works directly with manufacturers through each step of this process, providing general process guidance, as well as referrals to co-packing services, packaging suppliers, laboratory services, transportation providers and many other frequently used services.

Utilizing HPP - The Process

The first test in the HPP process is a simple organoleptic test. This test determines whether and how HPP changes the flavor profile of a product and will show if there are any changes to the color, texture or consistency of a product after HPP. This test will also confirm whether the products’ packaging and label will work with high pressure pasteurization.

APC can also help manufacturers find or refine packaging for HPP and can assist with formulation issues to overcome many potential roadblocks to implementation. Once it is determined the taste and physical properties of a product are all acceptable after HPP, there are 5 general areas that need to be addressed:

Getting Started

with HPP

Getting Started

Utilizing HPP - The Process

Scientific Validation of Specific Formulas

Shelf Life Testing

Packaging Issues

Supply Chain Issues

Regulatory Issues