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The majority of hazards associated with MAP relate to quality. The gas mixture within the pack has been selected to extend the chilled shelf life of the product by a number of days. If the mixture changes or leaks out then the shelf life will be reduced. Quality deterioration will be noticeable in the first instance.
The loss of specific gases may allow the growth of pathogen to increase more rapidly than if the product retained its desired atmosphere.
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