Summary
The broader/commercial impact of this Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I project will be the development of a rapid, portable, and reliable oxidation testing platform for the pet food industry. This innovation addresses a critical gap in on-site quality control, enabling manufacturers and suppliers to assess ingredient freshness, reduce antioxidant overuse, and minimize costly product recalls. The U.S. pet care market is currently valued at over $150 billion, with a projected serviceable obtainable market of $23 million for this specific testing solution. By providing accurate, near re
