On May 9, 6:57?pm, Naztazia > wrote:
> Opened up a brand name (pop-top) can of chicken broth 2 hours ago.
> Smelled/tasted good. Expires in 2009. Used it in a pasta dish. At the
> last few bites, I noticed tiny black flecks (not pepper). I dissected
> the empty can, and found a 1/4" layer of black junk right at the top
> rim of the can. Freaking out, I called the manufacturer who said it's
> a breakdown of the can's lining and interaction with the food. Said
> it's not a health/safety hazard, and I won't be sick, but I'm still a
> nervous wreck.
>
> Anyone know or have a guess what this stuff is? On a Qtip, it looks
> like wet dark black powder. I tried googling it, but to no avail.
> Help?

Chicken backs spinal gunk.

Sheldon