What is chlorinated chicken? Is it safe to eat chlorinated chicken? Mixed messages on Trump's health add uncertaintyThe US President Donald Trump has reportedly told the UK to buy chlorine-washed chicken from America to dodge higher tariffs. While the UK food regulations don't allow import of chlorinated chicken it has to be seen if Trump's move to use it as a bargaining chip works. This process is referred to as Pathogen Reduction Treatment (PRT).Chlorine itself may not itself be a food safety issue.

Source: The Times April 03, 2025 19:22 UTC