interesting clip about meat glue

[Clint]

I thought some of you would like to see this.

 

[Bob H.]

I wonder how many of us in the US have had this without knowing about it? Looks like a pretty good reason to buy meat on the bone to me.

 

[Craig Alumbaugh]

It just makes me wonder if its safe since they are wearing mask when doing this.

 

[Bob Correll]

I wonder how many of us in the US have had this without knowing about it? Looks like a pretty good reason to buy meat on the bone to me.

http://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/steak-or-fake-how-to-spot-glued-meat

quote from the link:
You shouldn't have to worry about confusion at the grocery story. The label and package should be clearly marked as "formed." Meat glue, transglutaminase, or TG would also be included in the ingredients.

 

[Dave from Denver]

It just makes me wonder if its safe since they are wearing mask when doing this.

Transglutaminase comes in powdered form and since it is "meat glue" it presents an inhalation hazard, but it's perfectly safe to eat.

 

[Craig Alumbaugh]

Well that is good to hear that it is safe