Is heavy metal contamination classed as a chemical hazard?
Started by The Food Scientist, Jul 08 2019 07:20 PM
What hazard category would heavy metal contamination in food (Lead) be classified as? Is it a chemical one? I do know its neither physical or biological. Could be classified as "other" if not chemical?
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I would lean towards chemical since chemicals are ompounds can cause illness or injury due to immediate or long term exposure.
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Setana is correct. According to Table 3- 6 - Quick Reference Guide for Common Sources of Chemical Hazards in the FDA Document Chapter 3: Potential Hazards Associated with the Manufacturing, Processing, Packing, and Holding of Human Food
"• Heavy metals in or on produce raw agricultural commodities is classified as a chemical hazard".
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