Introducing the TrueWash — Patented Food Sanitizing System
The only countertop appliance that combines UV light, activated oxygen, and water to eliminate 99.999% of harmful pathogens, pesticides, and contaminants from your food.
What is the TrueWash?
The TrueWash is a patented countertop food sanitizing appliance developed by Sanist Technologies, LLC. It uses a proprietary combination of UVC light, activated oxygen (ozone), and super-oxygenated water and vapor to sanitize fruits, vegetables, meats, and other foods before consumption.
Unlike conventional washing with water alone, the TrueWash delivers a scientifically validated 5-log (99.999%) reduction in harmful pathogens including E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, and other foodborne bacteria — as independently verified by the University of Georgia's Department of Food Science and Technology.
The system is FDA approved for direct food contact use of ozone, USDA-Organic certified, SGS independently tested, and ETL safety certified. It is the only appliance of its kind to carry all four of these certifications simultaneously.
TrueWash — Countertop Food Sanitizing System
The Scale of the Problem
Americans sickened by foodborne illness each year
— CDCAnnual economic burden of foodborne illness in the U.S.
— USDA ERSU.S. organic food market — consumers paying more expecting cleaner food
— OTA
University of Georgia — Department of Food Science and Technology
Independently Verified: 5-Log Pathogen Reduction
reduction in E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria — verified by UGA Department of Food Science and Technology
The University of Georgia's Department of Food Science and Technology conducted independent laboratory testing of the TrueWash system. The study confirmed a 5-log (99.999%) reduction in key foodborne pathogens including E. coli O157:H7, Salmonella Typhimurium, and Listeria monocytogenes.
The testing protocol followed FDA-standard inoculation and recovery methods on fresh produce surfaces. Results were consistent across multiple produce types including leafy greens, berries, and root vegetables — demonstrating the broad-spectrum efficacy of the TrueWash's combined UV, ozone, and water treatment.
This independent third-party validation distinguishes TrueWash from consumer produce washes and rinse-only methods, which have not demonstrated equivalent pathogen reduction in peer-reviewed studies.
View the Full UGA StudyAmericans Waste $218 Billion in Food Every Year
According to the Ad Council and ReFED, the United States wastes approximately 80 million tons of food annually — worth an estimated $218 billion. The average American family of four throws away $1,500 to $2,000 in food each year, much of it fresh produce that spoiled before it could be consumed.
A significant driver of premature spoilage is microbial contamination. Bacteria, mold, and yeast accelerate the breakdown of fresh fruits and vegetables from the moment they are harvested. The TrueWash's ozone treatment has been shown in peer-reviewed research to extend the shelf life of produce by inhibiting microbial growth on the surface.
By sanitizing produce at the point of consumption, TrueWash users can reduce spoilage, extend freshness, and meaningfully reduce household food waste — turning a public health tool into an economic benefit for families.
worth of food wasted in the U.S. annually — Ad Council / ReFED
of all food purchased in the U.S. is thrown away before being eaten
average annual savings per household when food waste is reduced by 25%
Consumers are no longer satisfied with the assumption that store-bought produce is safe. They want verification — and they are willing to pay for it.
The Way We Think About Clean Food Is Changing
The organic food market has grown to $39 billion annually in the United States, driven by consumers who believe organic certification means their food is free of pesticides and chemicals. But according to a landmark study from the University of California, Berkeley, organic certification does not guarantee pesticide-free produce.
The USDA's own Pesticide Data Program consistently finds pesticide residues on a significant percentage of both conventional and organic produce samples tested each year. The Environmental Working Group's annual Dirty Dozen list documents the twelve produce items with the highest pesticide loads — many of which are staples of the American diet.
TrueWash addresses this gap directly. By treating produce at home before consumption, consumers can take control of their food safety rather than relying solely on supply chain certifications that cannot guarantee the absence of contamination at the point of consumption.
What's Really on Your Food?
"The USDA Pesticide Data Program found detectable pesticide residues on 70% of non-organic produce — and on a surprising percentage of organic produce as well."
The Environmental Working Group's Dirty Dozen identifies the twelve produce items with the highest pesticide residue levels. Strawberries, spinach, and kale consistently top the list — foods consumed daily by millions of American families.
"The CDC estimates that 48 million Americans — roughly 1 in 6 — are sickened by foodborne illness each year. 128,000 are hospitalized. 3,000 die."
"Freshly prepared juices from citrus and carrots have been found to harbor significant microbial loads including E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria — even when produce appears visually clean."
Patented Triple-Action Sanitizing Technology
UVC Light
High-intensity germicidal UV light destroys pathogens at the cellular level
Activated Oxygen
FDA and USDA-Organic approved ozone eliminates pesticides and bacteria
Water & Vapor
Super-oxygenated water and vapor penetrate surface contaminants
Enclosed Housing
Proprietary sealed treatment zone ensures maximum efficacy and safety
The TrueWash combines three FDA and USDA-approved sanitizing technologies in a single enclosed treatment chamber. UVC light at 254nm destroys pathogen DNA, preventing reproduction. Activated oxygen (ozone) at controlled concentrations eliminates bacteria, viruses, pesticide residue, and mycotoxins on food surfaces. Super-oxygenated water and vapor penetrate surface contaminants that water alone cannot reach.
The proprietary enclosed housing design ensures that the full treatment dose is delivered to the food surface without UV or ozone exposure to the user. The system automatically cycles through the complete treatment protocol and signals completion — requiring no technical knowledge from the consumer.
Independent testing by SGS — the world's leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company — confirmed the system's performance claims. ETL certification verifies electrical safety compliance. Together, these four certifications (FDA, USDA-Organic, SGS, ETL) represent the most comprehensive regulatory and safety validation of any consumer food sanitizing appliance on the market.
Regulatory Approvals
Ozone for direct food contact
National Organic Program compliant
Independent third-party testing
Electrical safety certification
View the full patent documentation
The TrueWash makes food safety simple. Place your produce, meat, or other food items in the treatment chamber, press start, and let the patented triple-action system do the work. In minutes, your food has been treated with the same technologies used in commercial food processing — now available for your home kitchen.
View the University of Georgia StudyBacked by Peer-Reviewed Science
University of Georgia — 5-Log Pathogen Reduction Study
View ResearchUSDA Pesticide Data Program — Annual Summary Report
View ResearchCDC Foodborne Illness Burden — Estimates and Surveillance
View ResearchScience Direct: UV/O3 combination enhanced and accelerated degradation of the pyrethroid insecticide fenvalerate in aqueous solutions because fenvalerate was degraded not only by direct photolysis but also by the hydroxyl radical mechanism.
Berkeley Study: According to the Berkeley Study, "organic" does not automatically mean "pesticide-free" or "chemical-free".
Scientific References & Links
The following links provide access to the peer-reviewed studies, regulatory documents, and scientific publications that support the TrueWash technology.
Federal Register: The FDA approved the safe use of ozone in gaseous and aqueous phases as an antimicrobial agent on food, including meat and poultry.
Federal Register: Ozone is a USDA Organic approved antimicrobial food additive.
USDA Agricultural Research Service: Ultraviolet Light (254 nm) is a FDA approved nonthermal intervention technology that can be used for decontamination of food and food contact surfaces.
Berkeley: According to the Berkeley Study "organic" does not automatically mean "pesticide-free" or "chemical-free".
Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture: Ozone extends the shelf-life of fruits and vegetables.
International Journal of Food Science: Microbes Associated with Freshly Prepared Juices of Citrus and Carrots.
Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety: The application of ozone for the degradation of mycotoxins in food.
Science Direct: UV/O3 combination enhanced and accelerated degradation of the pyrethroid insecticide fenvalerate in aqueous solutions because fenvalerate was degraded not only by direct photolysis but also by the hydroxyl radical mechanism.
Ozone Science and Engineering: Application of oxidation by combined UV/Ozone system to the treatment of natural water.
Environmental Science: Water Research & Technology — Comparative study of per-and poly-fluorinated substances (PFAS) removal by combined UV/Ozone treatment.
Ready to sanitize your food the right way?
FDA and USDA-Organic approved. Chemical-free. Kills 99.999% of harmful pathogens. Protect your family with patented TrueWash technology.