Whole Chicken

Quality Standards for Whole Chicken:

Appearance:

  • Clean, plump, and well-formed

  • No bruises, broken bones, or discoloration

  • Skin should be smooth and intact

Texture:

  • Firm and elastic

  • Not overly soft or mushy

Grade:

  • A Grade: Highest quality, no defects

  • B Grade: Minor defects, still suitable for sale

Color:

  • Fresh Chicken: Light pink to pale yellow

  • Frozen Chicken: Should maintain natural color without excessive ice crystals or freezer burn

Packaging:

  • Material: Food-grade, vacuum-sealed or shrink-wrapped

  • Labeling: Product, origin, weight, date, expiry, storage, certifications (e.g., USDA, Halal)

Storage and Transportation:

  • Fresh: 0°C to 4°C

  • Frozen: -18°C or lower

Regulatory Compliance:

  • Health and Safety: HACCP

  • Documentation: Health certificates, export licenses, certificates of origin

Chemical and Microbiological Standards:

  • Chemical Contaminants: Limits on antibiotics and other residues

  • Microbiological Safety: Testing for pathogens including Salmonella, Campylobacter, and E. coli

Sustainability:

  • Certification: Organic or free-range certifications where applicable

  • Traceability: Ensure sustainable practices from farm to consumer

Storage and Transportation:

  • Fresh: 0°C to 4°C

  • Frozen: -18°C or lower

Regulatory Compliance:

  • Health and Safety: HACCP

  • Documentation: Health certificates, export licenses, certificates of origin

Chemical and Microbiological Standards:

  • Chemical Contaminants: Limits on antibiotics and other residues

  • Microbiological Safety: Testing for pathogens including Salmonella, Campylobacter, and E. coli

Sustainability:

  • Certification: Organic or free-range certifications where applicable

  • Traceability: Ensure sustainable practices from farm to consumer

Chicken Feet

Quality Standards for Chicken Feet:

Appearance:

  • Clean, white to light yellow color

  • No bruises, black spots, or discoloration

  • Intact and well-formed with nails removed

Texture:

  • Firm and slightly elastic

  • Not overly dry or mushy

Grade:

  • Premium: Highest quality, no defects

  • Standard: Minor defects, still suitable for sale

Color:

  • Fresh Chicken Feet: White to light yellow

  • Frozen Chicken Feet: Should maintain natural color without excessive ice crystals or freezer burn

Packaging:

  • Material: Food-grade, vacuum-sealed or shrink-wrapped

  • Labeling: Product, origin, weight, date, expiry, storage, certifications (e.g., USDA, Halal)