Furan and Methylfurans in Canned and Jarred Foods (Baby Food, Coffee, Thermal Processing) — food safety profile
Low riskFuran forms during thermal processing of food — highest in canned/jarred foods (sealed heating concentrates furan), roasted coffee, and jarred baby food.
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Furan forms during thermal processing of food — highest in canned/jarred foods (sealed heating concentrates furan), roasted coffee, and jarred baby food. Furan: IARC Group 2B (possible carcinogen), hepatotoxic. Volatile: boils at 31C — opening a can or jar and heating food in an open pot releases most furan. Highest levels: roasted coffee (2000-4000 ppb), canned soups (50-100 ppb), jarred baby food (20-100 ppb). Baby food concern: EFSA identified jarred baby food as a significant furan exposure source for infants. FDA monitoring since 2004 — no regulatory limits. Mitigation: open container, transfer to pot, heat with lid off (furan volatilizes rapidly).
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