Is organic salad washed in chlorine? The surprising truth about food safety
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5 min read
According to USDA organic guidelines, the use of chlorine-based materials for sanitizing organic produce is permitted, meaning yes, most pre-packaged organic salad is washed in a diluted chlorine solution. This practice is a critical step in the food industry to protect consumers from harmful bacteria, with residual chlorine levels carefully regulated to be safe for consumption.
