FSIS consults, as necessary, with FDA on the requirements under the Federal Food, Drug Cosmetic Act and its implementing regulations. See FSIS Directive 7120.1, Safe and Suitable Ingredients Used in Meat, Poultry and Egg Products for the list of suitable ingredients. EXAMPLE PROCESS FLOW CHART9 ...
Food Safety Tip: Always remember to wash your fruits and vegetables to remove dirt and pesticides, and to store fruits and vegetables away from any raw meat or poultry while shopping or storing. It is best to put raw meat on the lowest shelf in the refrigerator or shopping basket. ...