Which option is not a criterion for salvage categorization of damaged contents?

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Salvage categorization is about whether damaged contents can be restored to usable condition, not how they appear. The main factors considered are whether odors can be effectively removed (deodorization potential), whether the item can be cleaned without causing further damage (cleaning feasibility), and whether there is a viable plan and resources to restore it (salvageability). Color isn’t a reliable indicator of recoverability; an item’s color can change during damage and cleaning, but that doesn’t determine whether it can be deodorized or cleaned successfully. Some items may be restorable even with color changes, while others might be unrecoverable due to structural or contamination issues regardless of color.