Use of synergistic formulations containing stabilized chlorine dioxide and quaternary ammonium to reduce growth of contaminant microorganisms in ethanol fermentation

摘要

A method for controlling growth of contaminant microorganisms in a fermentation process and in a fermentation system using a composition comprising (a) stabilized chlorine dioxide (SCD) and (b) a quaternary ammonium compound (QAC). The method comprises adding SCD and QAC to one or more steps of a fermentation process. In this method, the SCD and QAC may be added to one or more components of a fermentation broth comprising inoculant, fermentable sugar and process water.