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Is Peracetic acid poultry wash banned?

Yes. Peracetic acid poultry wash is banned, restricted, or carries a mandatory warning label in 1 country including European Union. The US FDA still permits it, which is why it shows up in everyday American food and beauty products.

Countries where Peracetic acid poultry wash is banned or restricted

Country / RegionStatus
European UnionBanned or restricted

Why Peracetic acid poultry wash is flagged

Not permitted as a carcass decontaminant in the EU.

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