2020 Technical Presentation: ASTA Recording on Presence and Control of Spore-forming Bacteria
Bacillus cereus and Clostridium botulinum are identified as potential hazards for herbs, spices, and seasonings under Appendix I of the FDA’s Draft Guidance for Industry: Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food. This presentation includes a discussion on how risks and mitigation strategies differ depending on the end use of spice, herb, and seasoning ingredients. The presentation was provided by Jim Dickson, Iowa State University, Maile Hermida, Hogan Lovells, and ASTA General Counsel.
11/05/2020 at 6:14 am
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