Multiple choice general knowledge

The FDA do not allow bugs and rodent hair in peanut butter.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The FDA actually allows small levels of natural contaminants in food products through Defect Action Levels. For peanut butter, the FDA permits up to 30 insect fragments per 100 grams and 1 or more rodent hairs per 100 grams. This acknowledges that complete elimination of these contaminants during processing is not always feasible.

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