See packaging through the HACCP lens
Identify biological, chemical, and physical hazards introduced or controlled by packaging steps.
The move: ask whether packaging creates or controls a safety hazard. Hazard Type Use the HACCP categories. Biological hazards include exposure that could allow microbial growth or contamination. Chemical hazards include migration, cleaning residues, wrong ink systems, allergens, or mislabeling that changes safe use. Physical hazards include fragments, loose components, staples, glass, metal, hard plastic, or fiber contamination. Control Role A package can be the control. A hermetic seal, tamper band, barrier film, legible lot code, or correct allergen label is not cosmetic. It is how the system keeps the product safe after processing. Evidence Standard Do not guess from…
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