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  1. Process Contaminants in Food

Process Contaminants in Food

Furan is a chemical contaminant that forms in some foods during traditional heat treatment techniques, such as cooking, jarring, and canning. FDA has developed a method for quantitative furan measurements, surveyed furan levels in food, and conducted toxicology studies of furan in rodents.

Overview

Action Plan

Methodology

Furan Survey Data

Exposure Assessments

Consumer Information

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