botulinum spores can be killed by heating to extreme temperature (120 degrees Celsius) under pressure using an autoclave or a pressure cooker for at least 30 minutes. The toxin itself can be killed by boiling for 10 minutes.
How do you kill botulinum toxin?
Despite its extreme potency, botulinum toxin is easily destroyed. Heating to an internal temperature of 85°C for at least 5 minutes will decontaminate affected food or drink.
What disinfectant kills botulism?
Botulinum can also be inactivated by 0.1% sodium hypochlorite, 0.1N NaOH, heating to 80°C for 30 minutes or 100°C for 10 minutes. Chlorine and other disinfectants can destroy the toxins in water.
Does baking kill botulism?
Does cooking kill Cl. botulinum and its toxin? Normal thorough cooking (pasteurisation: 70°C 2min or equivalent) will kill Cl. botulinum bacteria but not its spores.
What kills the spores of Clostridium botulinum?
Clostridium botulinum spores are highly resistant to killing by heat. Temperatures of 121o C (250o F) or higher are needed to kill the spore.
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