Authors: Fahim A. Shaltout.
A food contaminant refers to any substance that is present in the food and can potentially cause harm to the consumers. The Food contaminants may be biological, chemical, or physical in nature. They can be naturally occurring in the food material or introduced during the food production, handling, or storage. Every food business is mandated to establish controls and monitoring procedures against the food contaminants. A food object is referred to as contaminated if it comes in contact with an unwanted substance and could result in severe illness or injury if consumed. Contamination can occur through various means, including biological, chemical, or physical sources, and it is a significant concern for the food safety and quality assurance in the industry.
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