What is chlorinated chicken and will it be sold in the UK after Trump trade deal?
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Why is everyone worried about chlorinated chicken?
- Chlorinated Chicken refers to Chicken carcasses washed in a chlorine dioxide solution to eliminate harmful bacteria.
- While large amounts of chlorate (a byproduct) could pose health risks, studies suggest chlorinated Chicken itself is unlikely to cause immediate harm.
- Critics argue that chlorine washing masks poor hygiene practices in earlier production stages, while proponents maintain it ensures food safety.
- The practice is banned in the UK and EU due to concerns about potential health risks and lower hygiene standards.
- Chlorinated Chicken was not included in the recent UK-US trade deal, which aimed to reduce tariffs on certain agricultural products.