I have been studying a bit on the formations of HMF in syrup,(also applies
to honey) and find the heat and contact with steel accelerates the
formation. What I am wondering does anyone know if this applies to
Stainless steel or regular carbon steel? What I am wondering is if a
stainless storage tank is as good as plastic for storage. All references
I find only mention"metal" with my assumption being the acidic nature of
syrup is causing some deteroation. I have not seen a problem in coated
barrels either, but have not had HMF testing done on that syrup.
Charles
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