Keywords: cosmetics pure water pipeline environment mold large-scale tank cleaning and disinfection biofilm cosmetics production pipeline mold pollution affects the quality of cosmetics solutions.
1. Introduction In the process of cosmetics production, pipelines are one of the indispensable equipment. However, pipes can be contaminated with mold during use, which not only affects the quality of cosmetics, but also poses a potential threat to the health of consumers. Therefore, it is of great significance to understand why mold contamination occurs in pipelines and take effective measures to control it to ensure the quality of cosmetics and the health of consumers.
2. Causes of pipeline mold pollution Environmental factors: In the process of cosmetics production, the environment where the pipeline is located is humid, dark, and poorly ventilated, which is conducive to the growth of mold. In addition, there may be dirt, residues, etc. on the surface of the pipes, which provide conditions for mold to grow.
Pipe materials: Some pipe materials may contain nutrients such as proteins, sugars, etc., which provide the nutrients mold needs to grow.
Improper operation: In the production process, if the operation is improper, such as incomplete cleaning, non-standard disinfection, etc., it may lead to the growth of mold in the residue in the pipeline.
Microbial contamination: Raw materials, water, etc. used in the production of cosmetics may contain microorganisms, and if these microorganisms are not effectively controlled, they may multiply in the pipes, resulting in mold contamination.
3. Pipeline mold pollution harms product quality decline: mold pollution will lead to changes in the ingredients in cosmetics, such as peculiar smell, color change, etc., which will seriously affect the quality of products.
Consumer health risks: If consumers use cosmetics that contain mold contamination, it may cause health problems such as allergies and inflammation.
Economic losses: Due to the decline in product quality, enterprises may face economic losses such as returns and compensation.
Fourth, the control measures of pipeline mold pollution environmental control: keep the production workshop clean and dry, strengthen ventilation, and avoid humid environment is conducive to inhibiting the growth of mold. At the same time, the workshop is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected regularly to reduce the growth of mold.
Pipe material selection: Choose pipe material with corrosion resistance, wear resistance, easy cleaning and other characteristics to reduce the possibility of mold growth.
Standardized operation: Establish strict cleaning and disinfection procedures to ensure that pipelines are fully cleaned and disinfected before and after use. At the same time, the pipeline is regularly inspected and maintained to detect and deal with potential mold contamination problems in a timely manner.
Microbial control: Strict microbial testing and control of raw materials and water used in the production process of cosmetics to ensure that they meet the requirements of relevant standards. Pipes that have been contaminated with mold should be stopped immediately and thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.
Case - Mold contamination of cosmetic pipelines Cosmetics production pipelines have been tested, and there is mold contamination in the pipeline system, and the use of high-temperature steam treatment still can't**. Solution: Use Octex disinfectant in accordance with 0Dilute at a ratio of 5% and rinse the pipeline in circulation for 30-60 minutes. According to on-site calculations, the water required for circulating flushing is 1 ton. The specific implementation process: 1) Prepare 1 ton of water, 5 kg of Octex disinfectant, dilute and rinse the pipeline in circulation. 2) Rinse for 30 minutes. 3) Drain the pipe and rinse it once with clean water. (Pipeline disinfection method soaking or circulating flushing, large tank disinfection is recommended to use wine spraying) after Octex treatment, completely solve the problem of mold pollution in the pipeline system. 5. Summary and SuggestionsIn order to ensure the quality of cosmetics and the health of consumers, we must attach great importance to the problem of mold pollution in pipelines. By taking effective measures such as environmental control, pipeline material selection, standardized operation and microbial control, the occurrence of pipeline mold pollution can be effectively reduced. At the same time, enterprises should strengthen supervision and training to improve the hygiene awareness and operational skills of employees. In addition, the regulatory authorities should also strengthen the supervision of cosmetics manufacturers to ensure that they comply with the requirements of relevant regulations and standards. 