Table 3K of Potential Hazards
Process-related biological, chemical, and physical hazards
Multi-Component Foods
| Category | Number | Subcategory | Storage Conditions | Hazards | Example Products |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi-component foods | 1a | Entrees | Refrigerated | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to reduced oxygen packaging,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Recontamination due to lack of container integrity,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Vegetarian Lasagna, Pizza, Cheese Enchiladas, Bean Burritos; Tandoori Vegetables, Vegetable Stew, Baked Ziti, Teriyaki Bowl, Vegetable Pot Pie, Meat Analogue Chili |
| Multi-component foods | 1b | Entrees | Frozen Ready-to-Eat (RTE) | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Vegetarian Lasagna, Pizza, Cheese Enchiladas, Bean Burritos; Tandoori Vegetables, Vegetable Stew, Baked Ziti, Teriyaki Bowl, Vegetable Pot Pie, Meat Analogue Chili |
| Multi-component foods | 1c | Entrees | Frozen NOT Ready-to-Eat (NRTE) | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Vegetarian Lasagna, Pizza, Cheese Enchiladas, Bean Burritos; Tandoori Vegetables, Vegetable Stew, Baked Ziti, Teriyaki Bowl, Vegetable Pot Pie, Meat Analogue Chili |
| Multi-component foods | 2a | Side Dishes | Refrigerated | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to reduced oxygen packaging,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Recontamination due to lack of container integrity,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Macaroni and Cheese, Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Baked Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, Broccoli and Rice Casserole, Potatoes Au Gratin, Green Bean Casserole, Corn with Butter Sauce, Mixed Vegetables with Teriyaki Sauce, French Fries, Hash Browned Potatoes, Potato Pancakes, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes |
| Multi-component foods | 2b | Side Dishes | Frozen Ready-to-Eat (RTE) | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Macaroni and Cheese, Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Baked Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, Broccoli and Rice Casserole, Potatoes Au Gratin, Green Bean Casserole, Corn with Butter Sauce, Mixed Vegetables with Teriyaki Sauce, French Fries, Hash Browned Potatoes, Potato Pancakes, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes |
| Multi-component foods | 2c | Side Dishes | Frozen NOT Ready-to-Eat (NRTE) | Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Macaroni and Cheese, Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Baked Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, Broccoli and Rice Casserole, Potatoes Au Gratin, Green Bean Casserole, Corn with Butter Sauce, Mixed Vegetables with Teriyaki Sauce, French Fries, Hash Browned Potatoes, Potato Pancakes, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes |
| Multi-component foods | 3 | Deli Salads | Refrigerated | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to poor formulation control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to reduced oxygen packaging,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Recontamination due to lack of container integrity,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Three Bean Salad, Redskin Potato Salad, Egg Salad, Pasta Salad, Crunchy Broccoli Salad, Cole Slaw |
| Multi-component foods | 4a | Lunch Dishes | Refrigerated | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to reduced oxygen packaging,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Recontamination due to lack of container integrity,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Peanut Butter and Jam Sandwich, Black Bean Burger, Croissant Sandwiches, Spinach Feta Sandwiches, Soy Meat Alternative Sandwiches |
| Multi-component foods | 4b | Lunch Dishes | Frozen Ready-to-Eat (RTE) | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Peanut Butter and Jam Sandwich, Black Bean Burger, Croissant Sandwiches, Spinach Feta Sandwiches, Soy Meat Alternative Sandwiches |
| Multi-component foods | 4c | Lunch Dishes | Frozen NOT Ready-to-Eat (NRTE) | Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Peanut Butter and Jam Sandwich, Black Bean Burger, Croissant Sandwiches, Spinach Feta Sandwiches, Soy Meat Alternative Sandwiches |
| Multi-component foods | 5a | Appetizers and Hors d ?Oeuvres | Refrigerated | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to reduced oxygen packaging,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Recontamination due to lack of container integrity,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Mozzarella Sticks, Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos, Toasted Ravioli, Vegetable Egg Rolls, Cream Cheese Wontons, Stuffed Potato Skins |
| Multi-component foods | 5b | Appetizers and Hors d ?Oeuvres | Frozen Ready-to-Eat (RTE) | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Mozzarella Sticks, Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos, Toasted Ravioli, Vegetable Egg Rolls, Cream Cheese Wontons, Stuffed Potato Skins |
| Multi-component foods | 5c | Appetizers and Hors d ?Oeuvres | Frozen NOT Ready-to-Eat (NRTE) | Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Mozzarella Sticks, Cheese Stuffed Jalapenos, Toasted Ravioli, Vegetable Egg Rolls, Cream Cheese Wontons, Stuffed Potato Skins |
| Multi-component foods | 6a | Breakfast Items | Refrigerated | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to reduced oxygen packaging,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Recontamination due to lack of container integrity,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Tofu Scramble, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Wrap, Spinach Feta Quiche, Egg, Sausage and Cheese Biscuits |
| Multi-component foods | 6b | Breakfast Items | Frozen Ready-to-Eat (RTE) | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Tofu Scramble, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Wrap, Spinach Feta Quiche, Egg, Sausage and Cheese Biscuits |
| Multi-component foods | 6c | Breakfast Items | Frozen NOT Ready-to-Eat (NRTE) | Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Tofu Scramble, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Wrap, Spinach Feta Quiche, Egg, Sausage and Cheese Biscuits |
| Multi-component foods | 7 | Meals (Entrees, Breakfast Items) Dehydrated | Shelf-Stable | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Lentil Stew, Vegetarian Chili, Pasta Alfredo, Pasta Primavera, Tortilla Soup, Southwestern Scrambled Eggs, Biscuits and Gravy, Breakfast Skillet, |
| Multi-component foods | 8 | Side Dishes | Shelf-Stable | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Macaroni and Cheese, Potatoes Au Gratin, Seasoned Stuffing Mix, Seasoned Grain Blends, Stuffing Mix, Flavored Rice |
Source
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food: Draft Guidance for Industry
Appendix 1: Potential Hazards for Foods and Processes