ASTA Cleanliness Specifications
ASTA's Cleanliness Specifications were developed to ensure that spices meet federal regulatory requirements for safety and cleanliness. They were designed to meet or exceed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Defect Action Levels.
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ASTA Guidance on Environmental Monitoring Programs
ASTA Guidance on Environmental Monitoring Programs provides information to ASTA's members on issues related to understanding any applicable requirements under the Food Safety Modernization Act and its implementing regulations to institute sanitary controls to mitigate risks associated with environmental pathogens and environmental monitoring program(s) and practical tips on how to implement these testing programs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Sulfites in Spices
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