Nothing to sneeze at: Processors that prevent the shipment of mislabeled meat and poultry with undeclared allergens can avoid the costly ramifications of product recalls and damaged reputations.
Removing proteins from commerce because of adulteration or misbranding can potentially cost operators millions of dollars and negatively impact companies' standings, making it vital for operators to sharpen their focus on product ingredients and labeling.
Today's heightened occurrence of food allergies and intolerances are difficult to ignore. Approximately 15 million people in the U.S. have a food allergy — representing a greater number than the entire populations of New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago combined.