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Clostridium botulinum controls in seafood HACCP
C. botulinum is a key concern for reduced-oxygen packaged seafood and some smoked products. Your written plan should identify when the hazard is significant and which barriers you use.
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When the hazard is significant
ROP, certain smoked fish, and temperature-abused refrigerated product can elevate risk. Product form and packaging drive the analysis.
Control strategies
Freezing, refrigeration with limited shelf life, formulation barriers, and validated processes appear in FDA guidance. Select controls that match your product — then monitor them.
Document for auditors
Spell out critical limits and what happens if refrigeration fails or shelf life is exceeded.
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