Health Canada Evaluation of Ozonated Water for Sanitation and Disinfection Applications

This document summarizes Health Canada’s evaluation of ozone-generating systems intended for sanitation, disinfection, and cleaning applications within food processing environments. The assessment reviews the use of ozonated water for hard food-contact surfaces, food packaging materials, hand sanitation, cleaning operations, and microbial control processes. Based on the information submitted, Health Canada indicated no objection to these applications when used under specified operating conditions, recognizing ozone’s effectiveness as a powerful oxidizing and sanitizing agent. The document provides valuable guidance for food industry professionals seeking to implement ozone technology as part of comprehensive sanitation and food safety programs.