During an inspection, glass cleaner is stored on a shelf directly above commercially packaged dry pasta. This situation represents which type of contamination hazard?

During an inspection, glass cleaner is

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ABiological contamination from mold spores in the cleaning product
BChemical contamination from improper storage of toxic compounds above food
CPhysical contamination from airborne glass particles
DCross-contamination from a non-food-contact surface

✓ Correct answer: B. Chemical contamination from improper storage of toxic compounds above food Storing chemicals above food items risks chemical contamination through spills or drips; FDA Food Code requires toxic materials to be stored separately from and never above food, equipment, or single-use articles.

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