Mechanically separated poultry

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Mechanically Separated Poultry (MSP) is a paste-like or batter-like poultry product produced by forcing bones, with attached edible tissue, through a sieve or similar device under high pressure to separate bone from the edible tissue. Mechanically separated poultry has been used in poultry products since the late 1960s. In 1995, controversy in the USA was addressed by a final rule on mechanically separated poultry that it is safe and can be used without restrictions. However, it must be labeled as "mechanically separated chicken or turkey" in the product's ingredients statement. The USDA's final rule became effective November 4, 1996.

Hot dogs can contain any amount of mechanically separated chicken or turkey. Mechanically separated chicken is also a prime ingredient in Slim Jims.

 

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