Food Quote by Ruby Parker Puckett
““Specification for Fish and Shellfish When developing specifications for fresh or frozen fish and shellfish, the following information should be included:Δ Species (kind) of fish or shellfish—must be specific Origin—freshwater, saltwater, or farm raised The PUFI seal or grading stamp, if applicable (USDC grade and inspection stamp) Market form or portion shape and size Raw or precooked, plain or breaded Chilled or frozen Quantity per package Additives such as sulfites or tripolyphosphates; if no additives permitted, state in specification Seafood comes from an HACCP-certified plant, inspected by USD of Commerce, Seafood Inspection Service Only varieties that are controlled by the Fishery Laws of the United States will be accepted Style and size Substitutions must be approved by the foodservice before delivery Certificate must be given for each order of seafood and product must be traceable””
About This Quote
Source Document: Seafood Specification Guidelines, US Food Safety Authority, 2022
A detailed checklist of required information for specifying fresh or frozen fish and shellfish to ensure safety, traceability, and regulatory compliance.
In simple terms: Key data needed for seafood specs.
Key Takeaway
Follow the checklist for compliant seafood sourcing.
Themes
food safety
regulation
traceability
quality control
industry standards
Mood
formal
procedural
Type
technical
regulatory
When to use this quote
- restaurant purchasing
- import inspection
- quality assurance audits
- product development
- compliance training
Key Concepts
HACCP
labeling
certification
supply chain management
Questions to Reflect On
- How can small businesses meet these standards efficiently?
- What technologies aid traceability?
A Different Perspective
The checklist may be cumbersome for small vendors lacking resources.
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