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Fridge freezer · Food transfer

How should frozen raw food be placed in the fridge to thaw?

Use a suitable container that contains juices and keeps raw food away from ready-to-eat items. Moving it from the freezer does not remove contamination precautions.

What the observation tells you

As the pack thaws, liquid can escape from small tears that were not apparent when frozen. A lower shelf and appropriate separation help control that risk. The refrigerator still needs to maintain suitable conditions throughout the process.

A useful next step

Follow the food's thawing and cooking instructions and keep timing clear. Do not place the package over uncovered food or assume that a frozen exterior means the centre is ready for cooking.

Manuals and supporting guidance

Model-specific instructions take priority. These references support the practical principles discussed here; they do not diagnose your appliance.

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