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Since there is no documented evidence that food is a significant source for transmission of coronavirus. it is highly unlikely that ingestion of SARS-CoV-2 — which causes COVID-19, aka coronavirus — will result in illness, according to an international group of scientists.
There have been billions of meals consumed and food packages handled since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, and there has not been any evidence that food, food packaging or food handling is a source or important transmission route for the virus they said.
There have been a few reports of the SARS-CoV-2 virus being found on food ingredients, products and packaging materials, but still, the virus cannot multiply in foods, according to the report.
Therefore, the International Commission for Microbiological Specifications of Foods (ICMSF) believes some countries have implemented regulations that are not necessary, including restricting food imports, testing imported products and/or asking for COVID-19 freedom statements. The focus for food businesses should be on protecting workers, consumers and restaurant patrons from being infected by person-to-person spread, ICMSF said.
Source: Food Safety News September 11, 2020