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Influence of Astaxanthin on the Quality and Shelf Life of Frankfurter-Type Sausages with Reduced Nitrite Content Cover

Influence of Astaxanthin on the Quality and Shelf Life of Frankfurter-Type Sausages with Reduced Nitrite Content

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|Feb 2026

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/aoas-2025-0103 | Journal eISSN: 2300-8733 | Journal ISSN: 1642-3402
Language: English
Submitted on: Feb 12, 2025
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Accepted on: Sep 9, 2025
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Published on: Feb 16, 2026
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: Volume open

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