"The USDA's 'Certified Organic' logo on deli meat is highly regulated but doesn't guarantee it's fully organic due to allowances for non-organic ingredients."
"Terms like 'made with organic ingredients' can be misleading, as they permit up to 30% of contents to be non-organic, impacting consumer perception."
Deli meat labels provide essential information, but not all terms are straightforward. The USDA's 'Certified Organic' label, while highly regulated, still allows for a percentage of non-organic ingredients. For instance, '100% organic' indicates that all components meet organic standards, unlike 'Certified Organic' which allows for up to 5% non-organic. There's also the 'made with organic ingredients' label, permitting up to 30% of non-organic contents. Understanding these distinctions is vital for consumers aiming to make informed food choices.
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