Health Canada's Proposal to Enable the Use of Lactococcus lactis DSM 11037 as an Oxygen Scavenger in Certain Modified Atmosphere-Packaged (MAP) and Vacuum-Packaged Preserved Meat Products - Reference Number: NOP/AVP-0021

Health Canada's Food Directorate completed a detailed safety assessment of a food additive submission seeking approval for the use of a preparation containing a live culture of the bacterium Lactococcus lactis (L. lactis) DSM 11037 as an oxygen scavenger in certain modified atmosphere-packaged (MAP) or vacuum-packaged non-shelf-stable cured meat products.
As no safety concerns were raised through this assessment, it is the intention of Health Canada to enable the food additive use described in the information document. The purpose of this communication is to publically announce the Department's intention in this regard and to provide the appropriate contact information for any inquiries or for those wishing to submit any new scientific information relevant to the safety of this food additive.