Kontaminanten
Kontaminanten are substances that are not intentionally added to food but are present as a result of production, processing, packaging, transport, or environmental contamination. These can include chemical, biological, or physical agents. Chemical contaminants can arise from pesticides, veterinary drugs, cleaning agents, packaging materials, or environmental pollutants like heavy metals. Biological contaminants encompass microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites, as well as their toxins. Physical contaminants are foreign objects like glass shards, metal fragments, or plastic pieces.
The presence of kontaminanten can pose risks to human health, ranging from immediate allergic reactions or