AllerSnap High Sensitivity Protein Residue Test (Hygiena)
AllerSnap is a quick and easy way to verify the cleanliness of surfaces by detecting protein residues left behind after cleaning. By simply swabbing the area and activating the device, you release a reagent that turns color, providing a qualitative and semi-quantitative result of the protein levels on the surface: green means clean and purple means re-clean. The more protein present, the quicker the color change to purple and the darker the color. AllerSnap quickly validates surface hygiene, allowing immediate corrective action to be taken when necessary.
Benefits
- Results in 15-30 minutes depending on sensitivity requirements
- Proactive, qualitative approach to verification
- Broad range, non-specific protein screening is more cost-effective when specific tests are not required
- Eliminates mistakes and waste
- No separate wetting agent required
- No reconstitution step ensure consistent repeatable results
Specifications
- All-in-one device
- Pre-moistened swab provides reliable collection recovery and detection to ensure consistent reliable results
- Easy to use and activate
- Patented Snap-Valve™ technology - snap & squeeze
- Write-on swab tube label
- Temperature stable, sensitive liquid-stable chemistry
- Small, light-weight device
- Low carbon foot print (100% recyclable)
- Shelf life: 18 months at room or refrigerated temperatures (2 - 25°C)
- Sensitivity: Detects 3 µg protein after 15 minutes at 55°C or 30 minutes at 37°C
Food Safety & QC Applications
AllerSnap is used by food manufacturers, contract packers, and co-packers to validate cleaning effectiveness between allergen production runs. Detect protein residues on conveyor belts, mixing equipment, slicers, and prep surfaces. The semi-quantitative result (green=clean, purple=needs re-cleaning) enables immediate corrective action without waiting for lab ELISA results. Common applications: peanut/tree nut production lines, shellfish processing, egg and milk processing facilities, wheat mills, and sesame production. Sign in to your account or contact your sales rep for organizational pricing."
Notes:
* ALLER-Snap sensitivity levels shown are based on incubation at 55°C for 15 minutes or 37°C x 30mins for max sensitivity.
* Studies show that the recovery of allergens from surfaces are very variable and inefficient with 4 – 27% recovery when tested by ELISA methods. Sensitivity data shown is based on information available online. Order number: ALS-100 (100 tests per case)
Frequently asked questions
How is AllerSnap different from ATP swabs?
ATP tests detect all organic residue. AllerSnap specifically detects proteins, which is more relevant for allergen residue.
What allergens does AllerSnap detect?
It detects total protein non-specifically. Works for peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, milk, eggs, wheat, soy, sesame. For specific allergen identification, follow with ELISA testing.
What's the detection sensitivity?
Detects 3 micrograms protein after 15 minutes at 55 degrees C or 30 minutes at 37 degrees C.
Do I need special training?
No. Snap the valve, squeeze, swab the surface, wait 15-30 minutes for color change. No instruments needed.
How long is shelf life?
18 months at room temperature (2-25 degrees C).
