Are Spices a High Risk Food for Contamination?
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According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as of 2018, facilities would be required to implement preventative controls for hazards like Salmonella potentially associated with certain spices, which is a major reason why many people ask: are spices a high risk food? The reality is that spices are not sterile and can become contaminated at multiple points in the global supply chain, presenting a moderate to high risk depending on the spice type and handling.
