According to the USDA, “Mechanically separated poultry (MSP) is a paste-like and batter-like poultry product produced by forcing bones, with attached edible tissue, through a sieve or similar device under high pressure to separate bone from the edible tissue,” which is then treated with a small amount of ammonium …

EFSA’s opinion concludes that possible microbiological risks associated with mechanically separated meat are similar to those related to non-mechanically separated meat. Microbiological and chemical risks arise from the contamination of raw materials and from poor hygiene practices during meat processing.

Knowledge Article. Mechanically separated meat is a paste-like and batter-like meat product produced by forcing bones, with attached edible meat, under high pressure through a sieve or similar device to separate the bone from the edible meat tissue.

Like all other meat and poultry, mechanically separated meat is regulated by the USDA. According to MeatSafety.org, mechanically separated poultry is just as safe to eat and nutritious as regular cuts, and can even have slightly higher levels of calcium and phosphorus.

Yes. MSP is safe and nutritious. MSP s nutrition profile can contain slightly higher levels of calcium and phosphorous both essential nutrients than poultry meat removed from bones by hand. However, it remains an excellent source of nutrition.

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One two-ounce portion contains 16 grams of fat, 6 grams of saturated fat, and 790 milligrams of sodium (33 percent of your daily recommended intake), and let’s be honest — you’re probably going to eat more than two ounces. Bottom line? Spam all day every day probably isn’t the best idea.