Packaged food and beverages
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Packaged food and beverages
Packaged foods and beverages sold prepacked to consumers, shelf-stable or chilled, imported or domestic: 'food' per EU Reg. 178/2002 Art. 2, FD&C Act sec. 201(f), the Korean Food Sanitation Act and the Japanese Food Sanitation Act. Excluded from v0: dietary supplements and health functional foods, infant formula and baby foods, alcoholic beverages beyond general labelling, organic and GI schemes, fresh meat, poultry and eggs (USDA), fresh produce, food-contact materials (covered under Home and kitchen goods), pet food.
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Main sources, from 7 Oct 2026 · What is covered
Federal food regulations as published on 7 Oct 2026.
United States (federal): main sources stored. Modelled: TSCA section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting and recordkeeping (40 CFR 705), shown as applying only if the product contains a PFAS; 21 CFR 101 food labelling (statement of identity, net quantity, ingredient list, allergen declaration incl. sesame under FALCPA and FASTER, nutrition facts, name and place of business); FD&C Act sec. 403 misbranding (21 U.S.C. 343); 21 CFR 170-189 additive status where listable (172 direct additives, 173, 180, 182 GRAS substances, 184); facility registration (21 CFR 1 subpart H); prior notice (subpart I); FSMA FSVP (21 CFR 1 subpart L). Not stored: GRAS notices outside the listed 21 CFR parts; standards of identity (21 CFR 130-169); Part 117 preventive-control details (only who must comply and the qualified-facility rules are encoded); seafood and juice HACCP; FPLA and 16 CFR 500; FDA action levels and guidance levels for contaminants (not binding limits); state laws other than listed; USDA-regulated meat; poultry and egg products; dietary supplements; infant formula.
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1500 (Nylon resins); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1500
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Material: Polyamide (nylon, PA)
Depends on: materials
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
“The nylon resins listed in paragraph (a) of this section may be safely used to produce articles intended for use in processing, handling, and packaging food, subject to the provisions of this section:”
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1520 (Olefin polymers); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1520
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Material: Polyethylene (PE) or Polypropylene (PP)
Depends on: materials
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
“The olefin polymers listed in paragraph (a) of this section may be safely used as articles or components of articles intended for use in contact with food, subject to the provisions of this section.”
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1550 (Perfluorocarbon resins); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1550
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Material: Fluoropolymer coating (PTFE and similar) or Fluoropolymer (PTFE, PFA, FEP)
Depends on: coating type
In force since 29 Sep 1978
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 29 Sep 1978
Date of original FR publication (section history, 43 FR 44834, Sept. 29, 1978); paragraph-level dates not stated.
“Perfluorocarbon resins identified in this section may be safely used as articles or components of articles intended to contact food, subject to the provisions of this section:”
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1580 (Polycarbonate resins); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1580
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Material: Polycarbonate (PC)
Depends on: materials
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
“Polycarbonate resins may be safely used as articles or components of articles intended for use in producing, manufacturing, packing, processing, preparing, treating, packaging, transporting, or holding food, in accordance with the following prescribed conditions:”
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1630 (Polyethylene phthalate polymers); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1630
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Material: PET or Copolyester
Depends on: materials
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
“Polyethylene phthalate polymers identified in this section may be safely used as, or components of plastics (films, articles, or fabric) intended for use in contact with food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions:”
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1640 (Polystyrene and rubber-modified polystyrene); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1640
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Material: Polystyrene (PS)
Depends on: materials
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Section history not present in the published text; 1977-03-15 is the Part 177 original publication (42 FR 14572) shown in neighbouring sections.
“Polystyrene and rubber-modified polystyrene identified in this section may be safely used as components of articles intended for use in contact with food, subject to the provisions of this section.”
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.2600 (Rubber articles intended for repeated use); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.2600
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Material: Silicone or Rubber
Depends on: materials
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
“Rubber articles intended for repeated use may be safely used in producing, manufacturing, packing, processing, preparing, treating, packaging, transporting, or holding food, subject to the provisions of this section.”
(c) Labeling. (1) The label and labeling of retail packages of foods irradiated
Label required
(c) Labeling. (1) The label and labeling of retail packages of foods irradiated in conformance with paragraph (b) of this section shall bear the following
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
- Sold prepacked
- Treated with ionising radiation
Depends on: sold prepacked, irradiated
In force since 18 Apr 1986
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 18 Apr 1986
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
“(c) Labeling. (1) The label and labeling of retail packages of foods irradiated in conformance with paragraph (b) of this section shall bear the following”
Irradiated food receives the minimum dose reasonably required and no more than the maximum dose of the applicable regulation
Must meet the conditions of 21 CFR 179.25(b): minimum reasonably required dose, not above the maximum dose specified for the use
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
- Treated with ionising radiation
Depends on: irradiated
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2026-10-07 (the stored eCFR version date); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“Food treated with ionizing radiation shall receive the minimum radiation dose reasonably required to accomplish its intended technical effect and not more”
Must meet the conditions of Acrylonitrile copolymers (21 CFR 180.22) may be used in food only as the section provides: the specifications, the foods and the limits written in § 180.22.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
Every product in the category
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products sold on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
“§ 180.22 Acrylonitrile copolymers. Acrylonitrile copolymers may be safely used on an interim basis as articles or components of articles intended for use in contact with food, in accordance with the following prescribed conditions:”
Must meet the conditions of Mannitol (21 CFR 180.25) may be used in food only as the section provides: the specifications, the foods and the limits written in § 180.25.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
Every product in the category
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products sold on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
“§ 180.25 Mannitol. (a) Mannitol is the chemical 1,2,3,4,5,6,-hexanehexol (C6H14O6) a hexahydric alcohol, differing from sorbitol principally by having a different optical rotation. Mannitol is produced by one of the following processes:”
Must meet the conditions of Saccharin, ammonium saccharin, calcium saccharin, and sodium saccharin (21 CFR 180.37) may be used in food only as the section provides: the specifications, the foods and the limits written in § 180.37.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
Every product in the category
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products sold on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
“§ 180.37 Saccharin, ammonium saccharin, calcium saccharin, and sodium saccharin. The food additives saccharin, ammonium saccharin, calcium saccharin, and sodium saccharin may be safely used as sweetening agents in food in accordance with the following conditions, if the substitution for nutritive sweeteners is for a valid special dietary purpose and is in accord with current special dietary food”
12 rules from Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 181)
Must meet the conditions of Certain substances employed in the manufacture of food-packaging materials (21 CFR 181.22) may be used in food only as the section provides: the specifications, the foods and the limits written in § 181.22.
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- Certain substances employed in the manufacture of food-packaging materials
- Antimycotics
- Antioxidants
- Driers
- Drying oils as components of finished resins
- Plasticizers
- Release agents
- Stabilizers
- Substances used in the manufacture of paper and paperboard products used in food packaging
- Acrylonitrile copolymers and resins
- Sodium nitrate and potassium nitrate
- Sodium nitrite (CAS 7632-00-0)
Every product in the category
Dates run from 15 Mar 1977 to 14 Jan 1983
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
Example: Certain substances employed in the manufacture of food-packaging materials
§ 181.22 Certain substances employed in the manufacture of food-packaging materials. Prior to the enactment of the food additives amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, sanctions were granted for the usage of the substances listed in §§ 181.23, 181.24, 181.25, 181.26, 181.27, 181.28, 181.29, and 181.30 in the manufacture of packaging materials. So used, these substances are not considered “food additives” within the meaning of section 201(s) of the Act, provided that they are of good commercial grade, are suitable for association with food, and are used in accordance with good manufacturing practice.
77 rules from Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 182)
Must meet the conditions of Substances listed in part 182 are regarded as safe only when used for the indicated purposes in accordance with good manufacturing practice (no more than reasonably required for the technical effect)
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- Substances generally recognized as safe listed in part 182
- Glutamic acid
- Glutamic acid hydrochloride
- Hydrochloric acid
- Phosphoric acid
- Sodium acid pyrophosphate
- Aluminum sulfate
- Aluminum ammonium sulfate
- Aluminum potassium sulfate
- Aluminum sodium sulfate
- Caffeine
- Calcium phosphate
- Caramel
- Glycerin
- Methylcellulose
- Monoammonium glutamate
- Monopotassium glutamate
- Silica aerogel
- Sodium carboxymethylcellulose
- Sodium caseinate
- Sodium phosphate
- Sodium aluminum phosphate
- Sodium tripolyphosphate
- Aluminum calcium silicate
- Calcium silicate
- Magnesium silicate
- Sodium aluminosilicate
- Sodium calcium aluminosilicate, hydrated
- Tricalcium silicate
- Ascorbic acid
- Erythorbic acid
- Sorbic acid
- Thiodipropionic acid
- Ascorbyl palmitate
- Butylated hydroxyanisole (CAS 25013-16-5)
- Butylated hydroxytoluene
- Calcium ascorbate
- Calcium sorbate
- Dilauryl thiodipropionate
- Potassium bisulfite
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
Every product in the category
15 Mar 1977
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
Example: Substances generally recognized as safe listed in part 182
“(b) For the purposes of this section, good manufacturing practice shall be defined to include the following restrictions: (1) The quantity of a substance”
215 rules from Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 184)
Must meet the conditions of An ingredient affirmed as GRAS in part 184 must be used in accordance with current good manufacturing practice and within any limitation stated; use outside a limitation requires a food additive regulation
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- Direct human food ingredients affirmed as GRAS in part 184
- Acetic acid
- Aconitic acid
- Adipic acid
- Alginic acid
- α-Amylase enzyme preparation from Bacillus stearothermophilus
- Benzoic acid Sodium Benzoate (Benzoic acid and its sodium salt; CAS 65-85-0)
- Bromelain (CAS 9001-00-7)
- Caprylic acid
- Mixed carbohydrase and protease enzyme product
- Citric acid
- Catalase (bovine liver) (CAS 81457-95-6)
- Lactic acid
- Enzyme-modified lecithin
- Linoleic acid (CAS 60-33-3)
- Malic acid
- Potassium acid tartrate
- Propionic acid
- Stearic acid
- Succinic acid
- Sulfuric acid
- Tannic acid (CAS 1401-55-4)
- Tartaric acid
- Diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides
- Agar-agar
- Brown algae
- Red algae
- Ammonium alginate (CAS 9005-34-9)
- Ammonium bicarbonate
- Ammonium carbonate
- Ammonium chloride
- Ammonium hydroxide
- Ammonium citrate, dibasic
- Ammonium phosphate, monobasic
- Ammonium phosphate, dibasic
- Ammonium sulfate
- Bacterially-derived carbohydrase enzyme preparation
- Bacterially-derived protease enzyme preparation
- Bentonite
- Benzoyl peroxide
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
Every product in the category
Dates run from 15 Mar 1977 to 14 Feb 2008
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
Example: Direct human food ingredients affirmed as GRAS in part 184
“(b) Any ingredient affirmed as GRAS in this part shall be used in accordance with current good manufacturing practice. For the purpose of this part, current”
16 rules from Indirect food substances affirmed as GRAS (21 CFR Part 186)
Must meet the conditions of An ingredient affirmed as GRAS in part 186 may be used only as an indirect ingredient migrating from the immediate wrapper, container or food-contact surface, within current good manufacturing practice and any stated limitation
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- Indirect human food ingredients affirmed as GRAS in part 186
- Sulfamic acid
- Clay (kaolin)
- Dextrans (CAS 9004-54-0)
- Ferric oxide
- Formic acid
- Iron oxides (CAS 1332-37-2)
- Japan wax (CAS 8001-39-6)
- Tall oil (CAS 8002-26-4)
- Pulp
- Sodium chlorite
- Sodium formate
- Sodium oleate
- Sodium palmitate
- Sodium sulfate
- Sorbose
Every product in the category
Dates run from 15 Mar 1977 to 7 Oct 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
Example: Indirect human food ingredients affirmed as GRAS in part 186
“(b) The regulations in this part do not authorize direct addition of any food ingredient to a food. They authorize only the use of these ingredients”
Substances prohibited from use in human food listed in part 189
Must meet the conditions of Substances listed in 21 CFR 189.1 are prohibited from use in human food; food containing them is adulterated; the list is partial and no substance may be used unless it meets all applicable requirements of the Act
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
Every product in the category
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products sold on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
“(a) The food ingredients listed in this section have been prohibited from use in human food by the Food and Drug Administration because of a determination that they present a potential risk to the public health or have not been shown by adequate scientific data to be safe for use in human food.”
If it purports to be or is represented as a food for which a definition and stan
Must meet the conditions of If it purports to be or is represented as a food for which a definition and standard of identity has been prescribed by regulations as provided by section 341 of this title, unless (1) it conforms to such definition and standard, and (2) its label bears the name of the food specified in the definition and standard, and, insofar as may be required by such regulations, the common names of optional ingredients (other than spices, flavoring, and coloring) present in such food.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
Every product in the category
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2024-01-01 (the stored 2024 edition's date); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“If it purports to be or is represented as a food for which a definition and standard of identity has been prescribed by regulations as provided by section 341 of this title, unless (1) it conforms to such definition and standard, and (2) its label bears the name of the food specified in the definition and standard, and, insofar as may be required by such regulations, the common names of optional ingredients (other than spices, flavoring, and coloring) present in such food.”
Food whose labeling is false or misleading in any particular is misbranded
Must meet the conditions of 21 U.S.C. 343(a)(1): labeling must not be false or misleading in any particular
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
Every product in the category
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2024-01-01 (the stored 2024 edition's date); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“If (1) its labeling is false or misleading in any particular, or (2) in the case of a food to which section 350 of this title applies, its advertising is false or misleading in a material respect or its labeling is in violation of section 350(b)(2) of this title.”
Flavorings, colorings and incidental additives that are or contain a major food allergen are subject to allergen labeling
Label required
major food allergen declared for flavorings, colorings and incidental additives
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Allergens it contains: Milk or Eggs or Fish or Crustaceans or Tree nuts or Peanuts or Cereals containing gluten or Soy or Sesame
Depends on: allergens present
In force since 1 Jan 2006
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2006
Pub. L. 108-282 applies to any food labeled on or after Jan. 1, 2006.
“Notwithstanding subsection (g), (i), or (k), or any other law, a flavoring, coloring, or incidental additive that is, or that bears or contains, a major”
Food containing artificial flavoring, artificial coloring or a chemical preservative states that fact
Label required
labeling stating the presence of artificial flavoring, artificial coloring or chemical preservative
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
Every product in the category
In force since 1 Jan 1940
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 1940
Subsecs. (e)(1) and (g) to (k) effective Jan. 1, 1940 (Effective Date; Postponement note).
“If it bears or contains any artificial flavoring, artificial coloring, or chemical preservative, unless it bears labeling stating that fact,”
Food intended for human consumption bears nutrition information (calories, fat, sodium, carbohydrate, fibre, sugars, protein)
Label required
nutrition information on the label or labeling
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
Every product in the category
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2025-01-01 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“if it is a food intended for human consumption and is offered for sale, unless its label or labeling bears nutrition information”
Food with no standard of identity bears the common or usual name and the common or usual name of each ingredient
Label required
common or usual name of the food; common or usual name of each ingredient when made from two or more ingredients
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Sold prepacked
Depends on: sold prepacked
In force since 1 Jan 1940
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 1940
Subsecs. (e)(1) and (g) to (k) effective Jan. 1, 1940 (Effective Date; Postponement note).
“Unless its label bears (1) the common or usual name of the food, if any there be, and (2) in case it is fabricated from two or more ingredients, the common or usual name of each such ingredient and if the food purports to be a beverage containing vegetable or fruit juice, a statement with appropriate prominence on the information panel of the total percentage of such fruit or vegetable juice contained in the food;”
Packaged food label carries the name and place of business and an accurate statement of the quantity of contents
Label required
name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer or distributor; accurate statement of the quantity of the contents in terms of weight, measure or numerical count
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Sold prepacked
Depends on: sold prepacked
In force since 1 Jan 1940
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 1940
Subsecs. (e)(1) and (g) to (k) effective Jan. 1, 1940 (Effective Date; Postponement note; the stored note adds July 1, 1940 for certain lithographed labelling). (e)(2) quantity: date not separately stated, same date used.
“If in package form unless it bears a label containing (1) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; and”
Required label information must be prominently placed with conspicuousness and in terms the ordinary individual will read and understand
Label required
Required label information must be prominently placed with conspicuousness and in terms the ordinary individual will read and understand
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Sold prepacked
Depends on: sold prepacked
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2024-01-01 (the stored 2024 edition's date); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
“If any word, statement, or other information required by or under authority of this chapter to appear on the label or labeling is not prominently placed thereon with such conspicuousness (as compared with other words, statements, designs, or devices, in the labeling) and in such terms as to render it likely to be read and understood by the ordinary individual under customary conditions of purchase and use.”
- Conformity
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1500 (Nylon resins); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1500
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Material: Polyamide (nylon, PA)
Depends on: materials
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
- Source
“The nylon resins listed in paragraph (a) of this section may be safely used to produce articles intended for use in processing, handling, and packaging food, subject to the provisions of this section:”
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- Conformity
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1520 (Olefin polymers); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1520
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Material: Polyethylene (PE) or Polypropylene (PP)
Depends on: materials
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
- Source
“The olefin polymers listed in paragraph (a) of this section may be safely used as articles or components of articles intended for use in contact with food, subject to the provisions of this section.”
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- Conformity
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1550 (Perfluorocarbon resins); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1550
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Material: Fluoropolymer coating (PTFE and similar) or Fluoropolymer (PTFE, PFA, FEP)
Depends on: coating type
- Effective
In force since 29 Sep 1978
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 29 Sep 1978
Date of original FR publication (section history, 43 FR 44834, Sept. 29, 1978); paragraph-level dates not stated.
- Source
“Perfluorocarbon resins identified in this section may be safely used as articles or components of articles intended to contact food, subject to the provisions of this section:”
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- Conformity
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1580 (Polycarbonate resins); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1580
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Material: Polycarbonate (PC)
Depends on: materials
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
- Source
“Polycarbonate resins may be safely used as articles or components of articles intended for use in producing, manufacturing, packing, processing, preparing, treating, packaging, transporting, or holding food, in accordance with the following prescribed conditions:”
§177.1580 · fetched 2026-10-08US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177 §177.1580(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1630 (Polyethylene phthalate polymers); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1630
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Material: PET or Copolyester
Depends on: materials
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
- Source
“Polyethylene phthalate polymers identified in this section may be safely used as, or components of plastics (films, articles, or fabric) intended for use in contact with food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions:”
§177.1630 · fetched 2026-10-08US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177 §177.1630(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1640 (Polystyrene and rubber-modified polystyrene); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.1640
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Material: Polystyrene (PS)
Depends on: materials
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Section history not present in the published text; 1977-03-15 is the Part 177 original publication (42 FR 14572) shown in neighbouring sections.
- Source
“Polystyrene and rubber-modified polystyrene identified in this section may be safely used as components of articles intended for use in contact with food, subject to the provisions of this section.”
§177.1640 · fetched 2026-10-08US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177 §177.1640(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.2600 (Rubber articles intended for repeated use); section-level obligation, resin test specifications are not separate seller duties
Must meet the conditions of §177.2600
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 30 Sep 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-09-30 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Material: Silicone or Rubber
Depends on: materials
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date of original FR publication (section history, 42 FR 14572, Mar. 15, 1977); paragraph-level dates not stated.
- Source
“Rubber articles intended for repeated use may be safely used in producing, manufacturing, packing, processing, preparing, treating, packaging, transporting, or holding food, subject to the provisions of this section.”
§177.2600 · fetched 2026-10-08US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177 §177.2600(opens in a new tab)
- Label
(c) Labeling. (1) The label and labeling of retail packages of foods irradiated
Label required
(c) Labeling. (1) The label and labeling of retail packages of foods irradiated in conformance with paragraph (b) of this section shall bear the following
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Sold prepacked
- Treated with ionising radiation
Depends on: sold prepacked, irradiated
- Effective
In force since 18 Apr 1986
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 18 Apr 1986
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
- Source
“(c) Labeling. (1) The label and labeling of retail packages of foods irradiated in conformance with paragraph (b) of this section shall bear the following”
179.26(c)(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 179 (eCFR, versioner 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Irradiated food receives the minimum dose reasonably required and no more than the maximum dose of the applicable regulation
Must meet the conditions of 21 CFR 179.25(b): minimum reasonably required dose, not above the maximum dose specified for the use
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
- Treated with ionising radiation
Depends on: irradiated
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2026-10-07 (the stored eCFR version date); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“Food treated with ionizing radiation shall receive the minimum radiation dose reasonably required to accomplish its intended technical effect and not more”
21 CFR 179.25(b) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 179 (eCFR, versioner 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- ConformityAcrylonitrile copolymers
Must meet the conditions of Acrylonitrile copolymers (21 CFR 180.22) may be used in food only as the section provides: the specifications, the foods and the limits written in § 180.22.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products sold on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
- Source
“§ 180.22 Acrylonitrile copolymers. Acrylonitrile copolymers may be safely used on an interim basis as articles or components of articles intended for use in contact with food, in accordance with the following prescribed conditions:”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 180.22, Subpart Specific Requirements for Certain Food Additives · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 180 (eCFR, version of 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- ConformityMannitol
Must meet the conditions of Mannitol (21 CFR 180.25) may be used in food only as the section provides: the specifications, the foods and the limits written in § 180.25.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products sold on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
- Source
“§ 180.25 Mannitol. (a) Mannitol is the chemical 1,2,3,4,5,6,-hexanehexol (C6H14O6) a hexahydric alcohol, differing from sorbitol principally by having a different optical rotation. Mannitol is produced by one of the following processes:”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 180.25, Subpart Specific Requirements for Certain Food Additives · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 180 (eCFR, version of 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- ConformitySaccharin, ammonium saccharin, calcium saccharin, and sodium saccharin
Must meet the conditions of Saccharin, ammonium saccharin, calcium saccharin, and sodium saccharin (21 CFR 180.37) may be used in food only as the section provides: the specifications, the foods and the limits written in § 180.37.
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products sold on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
- Source
“§ 180.37 Saccharin, ammonium saccharin, calcium saccharin, and sodium saccharin. The food additives saccharin, ammonium saccharin, calcium saccharin, and sodium saccharin may be safely used as sweetening agents in food in accordance with the following conditions, if the substitution for nutritive sweeteners is for a valid special dietary purpose and is in accord with current special dietary food”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 180.37, Subpart Specific Requirements for Certain Food Additives (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 180 (eCFR, version of 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity x 12
12 rules from Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 181)
Must meet the conditions of Certain substances employed in the manufacture of food-packaging materials (21 CFR 181.22) may be used in food only as the section provides: the specifications, the foods and the limits written in § 181.22.
Show targets (12 of 12)
- Certain substances employed in the manufacture of food-packaging materials
- Antimycotics
- Antioxidants
- Driers
- Drying oils as components of finished resins
- Plasticizers
- Release agents
- Stabilizers
- Substances used in the manufacture of paper and paperboard products used in food packaging
- Acrylonitrile copolymers and resins
- Sodium nitrate and potassium nitrate
- Sodium nitrite (CAS 7632-00-0)
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
Dates run from 15 Mar 1977 to 14 Jan 1983
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: Certain substances employed in the manufacture of food-packaging materials
§ 181.22 Certain substances employed in the manufacture of food-packaging materials. Prior to the enactment of the food additives amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, sanctions were granted for the usage of the substances listed in §§ 181.23, 181.24, 181.25, 181.26, 181.27, 181.28, 181.29, and 181.30 in the manufacture of packaging materials. So used, these substances are not considered “food additives” within the meaning of section 201(s) of the Act, provided that they are of good commercial grade, are suitable for association with food, and are used in accordance with good manufacturing practice.
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.22, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181 (eCFR, version of 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity x 77
77 rules from Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 182)
Must meet the conditions of Substances listed in part 182 are regarded as safe only when used for the indicated purposes in accordance with good manufacturing practice (no more than reasonably required for the technical effect)
Show targets (40 of 77)
- Substances generally recognized as safe listed in part 182
- Glutamic acid
- Glutamic acid hydrochloride
- Hydrochloric acid
- Phosphoric acid
- Sodium acid pyrophosphate
- Aluminum sulfate
- Aluminum ammonium sulfate
- Aluminum potassium sulfate
- Aluminum sodium sulfate
- Caffeine
- Calcium phosphate
- Caramel
- Glycerin
- Methylcellulose
- Monoammonium glutamate
- Monopotassium glutamate
- Silica aerogel
- Sodium carboxymethylcellulose
- Sodium caseinate
- Sodium phosphate
- Sodium aluminum phosphate
- Sodium tripolyphosphate
- Aluminum calcium silicate
- Calcium silicate
- Magnesium silicate
- Sodium aluminosilicate
- Sodium calcium aluminosilicate, hydrated
- Tricalcium silicate
- Ascorbic acid
- Erythorbic acid
- Sorbic acid
- Thiodipropionic acid
- Ascorbyl palmitate
- Butylated hydroxyanisole (CAS 25013-16-5)
- Butylated hydroxytoluene
- Calcium ascorbate
- Calcium sorbate
- Dilauryl thiodipropionate
- Potassium bisulfite
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
15 Mar 1977
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: Substances generally recognized as safe listed in part 182
“(b) For the purposes of this section, good manufacturing practice shall be defined to include the following restrictions: (1) The quantity of a substance”
21 CFR 182.1(a)-(b) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 182 (eCFR, version of 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity x 215
215 rules from Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 184)
Must meet the conditions of An ingredient affirmed as GRAS in part 184 must be used in accordance with current good manufacturing practice and within any limitation stated; use outside a limitation requires a food additive regulation
Show targets (40 of 215)
- Direct human food ingredients affirmed as GRAS in part 184
- Acetic acid
- Aconitic acid
- Adipic acid
- Alginic acid
- α-Amylase enzyme preparation from Bacillus stearothermophilus
- Benzoic acid Sodium Benzoate (Benzoic acid and its sodium salt; CAS 65-85-0)
- Bromelain (CAS 9001-00-7)
- Caprylic acid
- Mixed carbohydrase and protease enzyme product
- Citric acid
- Catalase (bovine liver) (CAS 81457-95-6)
- Lactic acid
- Enzyme-modified lecithin
- Linoleic acid (CAS 60-33-3)
- Malic acid
- Potassium acid tartrate
- Propionic acid
- Stearic acid
- Succinic acid
- Sulfuric acid
- Tannic acid (CAS 1401-55-4)
- Tartaric acid
- Diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides
- Agar-agar
- Brown algae
- Red algae
- Ammonium alginate (CAS 9005-34-9)
- Ammonium bicarbonate
- Ammonium carbonate
- Ammonium chloride
- Ammonium hydroxide
- Ammonium citrate, dibasic
- Ammonium phosphate, monobasic
- Ammonium phosphate, dibasic
- Ammonium sulfate
- Bacterially-derived carbohydrase enzyme preparation
- Bacterially-derived protease enzyme preparation
- Bentonite
- Benzoyl peroxide
The remaining targets are listed on the substances page.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
Dates run from 15 Mar 1977 to 14 Feb 2008
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: Direct human food ingredients affirmed as GRAS in part 184
“(b) Any ingredient affirmed as GRAS in this part shall be used in accordance with current good manufacturing practice. For the purpose of this part, current”
21 CFR 184.1(b) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 184 (eCFR, version of 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity x 16
16 rules from Indirect food substances affirmed as GRAS (21 CFR Part 186)
Must meet the conditions of An ingredient affirmed as GRAS in part 186 may be used only as an indirect ingredient migrating from the immediate wrapper, container or food-contact surface, within current good manufacturing practice and any stated limitation
Show targets (16 of 16)
- Indirect human food ingredients affirmed as GRAS in part 186
- Sulfamic acid
- Clay (kaolin)
- Dextrans (CAS 9004-54-0)
- Ferric oxide
- Formic acid
- Iron oxides (CAS 1332-37-2)
- Japan wax (CAS 8001-39-6)
- Tall oil (CAS 8002-26-4)
- Pulp
- Sodium chlorite
- Sodium formate
- Sodium oleate
- Sodium palmitate
- Sodium sulfate
- Sorbose
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
Dates run from 15 Mar 1977 to 7 Oct 2026
Each rule has its own date; open a target.
- Source
Example: Indirect human food ingredients affirmed as GRAS in part 186
“(b) The regulations in this part do not authorize direct addition of any food ingredient to a food. They authorize only the use of these ingredients”
21 CFR 186.1(b) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 186 (eCFR, version of 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Substances prohibited from use in human food listed in part 189
Must meet the conditions of Substances listed in 21 CFR 189.1 are prohibited from use in human food; food containing them is adulterated; the list is partial and no substance may be used unless it meets all applicable requirements of the Act
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 7 Oct 2026. eCFR is an editorial compilation of the CFR, not the official legal edition; current to 2026-10-07 per the eCFR.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 15 Mar 1977
Applies to products sold on or after 15 Mar 1977
Date stated in the published text: the first Federal Register date of the section history note (or of the part Source line where the section has none), used as the provision date.
- Source
“(a) The food ingredients listed in this section have been prohibited from use in human food by the Food and Drug Administration because of a determination that they present a potential risk to the public health or have not been shown by adequate scientific data to be safe for use in human food.”
21 CFR 189.1(a)-(b) · fetched 2026-10-09US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 189 (eCFR, version of 2026-10-07)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
If it purports to be or is represented as a food for which a definition and stan
Must meet the conditions of If it purports to be or is represented as a food for which a definition and standard of identity has been prescribed by regulations as provided by section 341 of this title, unless (1) it conforms to such definition and standard, and (2) its label bears the name of the food specified in the definition and standard, and, insofar as may be required by such regulations, the common names of optional ingredients (other than spices, flavoring, and coloring) present in such food.
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2024-01-01 (the stored 2024 edition's date); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“If it purports to be or is represented as a food for which a definition and standard of identity has been prescribed by regulations as provided by section 341 of this title, unless (1) it conforms to such definition and standard, and (2) its label bears the name of the food specified in the definition and standard, and, insofar as may be required by such regulations, the common names of optional ingredients (other than spices, flavoring, and coloring) present in such food.”
343(g) · fetched 2026-10-09US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343 (2024 Edition)(opens in a new tab)
- Conformity
Food whose labeling is false or misleading in any particular is misbranded
Must meet the conditions of 21 U.S.C. 343(a)(1): labeling must not be false or misleading in any particular
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2024-01-01 (the stored 2024 edition's date); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“If (1) its labeling is false or misleading in any particular, or (2) in the case of a food to which section 350 of this title applies, its advertising is false or misleading in a material respect or its labeling is in violation of section 350(b)(2) of this title.”
343(a)(1) · fetched 2026-10-09US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343 (2024 Edition)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Flavorings, colorings and incidental additives that are or contain a major food allergen are subject to allergen labeling
Label required
major food allergen declared for flavorings, colorings and incidental additives
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Applies when
- Allergens it contains: Milk or Eggs or Fish or Crustaceans or Tree nuts or Peanuts or Cereals containing gluten or Soy or Sesame
Depends on: allergens present
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 2006
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2006
Pub. L. 108-282 applies to any food labeled on or after Jan. 1, 2006.
- Source
“Notwithstanding subsection (g), (i), or (k), or any other law, a flavoring, coloring, or incidental additive that is, or that bears or contains, a major”
21 U.S.C. 343(w)(4) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343 (2024 Edition)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Food containing artificial flavoring, artificial coloring or a chemical preservative states that fact
Label required
labeling stating the presence of artificial flavoring, artificial coloring or chemical preservative
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 1940
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 1940
Subsecs. (e)(1) and (g) to (k) effective Jan. 1, 1940 (Effective Date; Postponement note).
- Source
“If it bears or contains any artificial flavoring, artificial coloring, or chemical preservative, unless it bears labeling stating that fact,”
21 U.S.C. 343(k) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343 (2024 Edition)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Food intended for human consumption bears nutrition information (calories, fat, sodium, carbohydrate, fibre, sugars, protein)
Label required
nutrition information on the label or labeling
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Applies when
Every product in the category
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2025-01-01 (the date of the version ClaraDB holds); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“if it is a food intended for human consumption and is offered for sale, unless its label or labeling bears nutrition information”
21 U.S.C. 343(q)(1) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343 (2024 Edition)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Food with no standard of identity bears the common or usual name and the common or usual name of each ingredient
Label required
common or usual name of the food; common or usual name of each ingredient when made from two or more ingredients
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Applies when
- Sold prepacked
Depends on: sold prepacked
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 1940
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 1940
Subsecs. (e)(1) and (g) to (k) effective Jan. 1, 1940 (Effective Date; Postponement note).
- Source
“Unless its label bears (1) the common or usual name of the food, if any there be, and (2) in case it is fabricated from two or more ingredients, the common or usual name of each such ingredient and if the food purports to be a beverage containing vegetable or fruit juice, a statement with appropriate prominence on the information panel of the total percentage of such fruit or vegetable juice contained in the food;”
21 U.S.C. 343(i) · fetched 2026-10-09US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343 (2024 Edition)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Packaged food label carries the name and place of business and an accurate statement of the quantity of contents
Label required
name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer or distributor; accurate statement of the quantity of the contents in terms of weight, measure or numerical count
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Applies when
- Sold prepacked
Depends on: sold prepacked
- Effective
In force since 1 Jan 1940
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 1940
Subsecs. (e)(1) and (g) to (k) effective Jan. 1, 1940 (Effective Date; Postponement note; the stored note adds July 1, 1940 for certain lithographed labelling). (e)(2) quantity: date not separately stated, same date used.
- Source
“If in package form unless it bears a label containing (1) the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; and”
21 U.S.C. 343(e) (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-09US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343 (2024 Edition)(opens in a new tab)
- Label
Required label information must be prominently placed with conspicuousness and in terms the ordinary individual will read and understand
Label required
Required label information must be prominently placed with conspicuousness and in terms the ordinary individual will read and understand
The start date is not stated in the text (date unknown).
Official text, current to 31 Dec 2024. United States Code, 2024 Edition, published by GPO; amendments enacted after the edition are not in this text.
- Applies when
- Sold prepacked
Depends on: sold prepacked
- Effective
In force, start date unknown
In force no later than 2024-01-01 (the stored 2024 edition's date); earlier commencement is not stated in the published text.
- Source
“If any word, statement, or other information required by or under authority of this chapter to appear on the label or labeling is not prominently placed thereon with such conspicuousness (as compared with other words, statements, designs, or devices, in the labeling) and in such terms as to render it likely to be read and understood by the ordinary individual under customary conditions of purchase and use.”
343(f) · fetched 2026-10-09US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343 (2024 Edition)(opens in a new tab)
Gaps
Markets without rules for this category
We have no rules for this category in these markets. That doesn't mean none apply, so a check here says Not covered, never clear.
ClaraDB gives a verdict only for PFAS state laws for cookware and bakeware, California Proposition 65 consumer-product warning check for BPA, BPS, formaldehyde, styrene, antimony trioxide, vinyl acetate, lead and cadmium, California Proposition 65 warning check for candles and ceramicware (lead, cadmium, formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, benzene, naphthalene, carbon monoxide, benzo[a]pyrene), US packaging EPR producer size thresholds (California, Colorado, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, Washington) for a brand-owning manufacturer, US lead in children's products and furniture (lead paint and total lead content), US lead in toys and child care articles (lead paint and total lead content), US lead in children's products (other) and bags (lead paint and total lead content), US phthalates in children's toys and child care articles (DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIBP, DPENP, DHEXP, DCHP) and US children's product certificate and tracking label for children's tableware (AI-checked, quotes verified word for word). Every other answer shows the laws and quotes found without saying whether they apply. Not checked: Consumer electronics (FCC equipment authorization, 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15, energy rules). What ClaraDB has checked
Show 2 markets
- Coverage
- Main sources; no modeled rule is scoped to this category. Not covered: other rules that may apply.
- Coverage
- Main sources; no modeled rule is scoped to this category. Not covered: other rules that may apply.
Facts
What we need to know about your product
Some rules depend on details of your product. Until you tell us, a check says Needs answers and asks for what's missing.
Show 74 facts
- Whether the listed substance or group is present
- Markets
- EU, GB, US, US-CA, US-VT
- Rules
- 7,504
- Eu food category code
- Markets
- EU, GB
- Rules
- 5,149
- Number of employees at the seller
- Markets
- US-CA
- Rules
- 972
- Contaminant food category
- Markets
- EU, GB
- Rules
- 804
- Sold prepacked
- Markets
- EU, GB, JP, KR, US
- Rules
- 161
- Economic operator role
- Markets
- EU, GB, JP, KR, US
- Rules
- 50
- Imported
- Markets
- EU, GB, JP, KR, US
- Rules
- 41
- Allergens present
- Markets
- EU, GB, JP, KR, US
- Rules
- 36
- Special storage required
- Markets
- EU, GB, JP, KR
- Rules
- 35
- Glass bottle reusable unlabelled
- Markets
- EU, GB
- Rules
- 32
- Contains gmo
- Markets
- JP, KR
- Rules
- 31
- Component content declared
- Markets
- KR
- Rules
- 28
- Precaution statement required
- Markets
- KR
- Rules
- 28
- Operates food facility
- Markets
- EU, GB, JP, US
- Rules
- 25
- Jp processed food
- Markets
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- Rules
- 18
- Jp general use food
- Markets
- JP
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- 18
- List of ingredients present
- Markets
- EU, GB
- Rules
- 11
- Materials
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- US
- Rules
- 11
- Irradiated
- Markets
- EU, GB, KR, US
- Rules
- 10
- Beverage
- Markets
- EU, GB
- Rules
- 8
- Annex ix sold by number or loss
- Markets
- EU, GB
- Rules
- 8
- Prepacked for direct sale
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- GB
- Rules
- 6
- Facility registration exempt
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- US
- Rules
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- Rules
- 5
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- 5
- Facility registration required
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- US
- Rules
- 5
- Annual gross revenue usd
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- US-CO, US-MD, US-MN, US-OR, US-WA
- Rules
- 5
- Contains glycyrrhizinic acid
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- EU, GB
- Rules
- 4
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- Small package area cm2
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- Rules
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- Whether it is sold online
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- Rules
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- Name of food refers to allergen
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- Use difficult without instructions
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- Rules
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- Rules
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- Operator knows noncompliant
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- Rules
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- Chemical detoxification applied
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- Rules
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- Contains meat
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- Fluorine treated container
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Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
Takes effect 8 Dec 2026
Applies to products sold on or after 8 Dec 2026
Listed 2025-12-08 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Chemical
- N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the State's Qualified Experts (SQE)
- CAS No.
- 758-17-8
- Date listed
- 8 Dec 2025
Prop 65 list row: N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no MADL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Bisphenol S (BPS), which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required for a reproductive toxicant where the exposure will produce no observable effect at 1,000 times the level in question (at or below the MADL).
“a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure will produce no observable effect, even at 1,000 times the level in question.”
Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
Takes effect 8 Dec 2026
Applies to products sold on or after 8 Dec 2026
Listed 2025-12-08 (developmental). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Chemical
- Bisphenol S (BPS)
- Type of toxicity
- developmental toxicity
- Listed by
- the State's Qualified Experts (SQE)
- CAS No.
- 80-09-1
- Date listed
- 8 Dec 2025
Prop 65 list row: Bisphenol S (BPS) · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Tacrolimus, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
Takes effect 17 Jul 2027
Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027
Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Chemical
- Tacrolimus
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the Labor Code (LC)
- CAS No.
- 104987-11-3
- Date listed
- 17 Jul 2026
Prop 65 list row: Tacrolimus · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Hydrochlorothiazide, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
Takes effect 17 Jul 2027
Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027
Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Chemical
- Hydrochlorothiazide
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the Labor Code (LC)
- CAS No.
- 58-93-5; 125727-50-6; 8049-49-8
- Date listed
- 17 Jul 2026
Prop 65 list row: Hydrochlorothiazide · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Voriconazole, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
Takes effect 17 Jul 2027
Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027
Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Chemical
- Voriconazole
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the Labor Code (LC)
- CAS No.
- 137234-62-9; 188416-29-7; 173967-54-9
- Date listed
- 17 Jul 2026
Prop 65 list row: Voriconazole · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Welding Fumes, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
Takes effect 17 Jul 2027
Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027
Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Chemical
- Welding Fumes
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the Labor Code (LC)
- CAS No.
- none given
- Date listed
- 17 Jul 2026
Prop 65 list row: Welding Fumes · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)Limit 500 µg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Food category (contaminant tables): Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:5.3.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Takes effect 1 Jan 2027
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027
The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.
From the consolidated text: 5.3.2 · Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 750 500 as from 1 January 2027 · When the product is a mixture of different oils or fats of the same or of different botanical origins, the maximum level applies for the mixture. The oils and fats used as ingredients for the mixture shall comply with the maximum level established for the oils and fats in point 5.3.1.
Annex I rows, point 5.3.2: Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Food category (contaminant tables): Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children [EU:5.3.4]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Takes effect 1 Jan 2027
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027
The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.
From the consolidated text: 5.3.4. · Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children · 50 as from 1 January 2027 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.
Annex I rows, point 5.3.4: Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children — Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)Limit 250 µg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Food category (contaminant tables): Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:5.4.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Takes effect 1 Jan 2027
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027
The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.
From the consolidated text: 5.4.2 · Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 500 250 as from 1 January 2027 · When the product is a mixture of different oils or fats of the same or of different botanical origins, the maximum level applies for the mixture. The oils and fats used as ingredient for the mixture shall comply with the maximum level established for the oils and fats in point 5.4.1.
Annex I rows, point 5.4.2: Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)Limit 25 µg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Food category (contaminant tables): Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children [EU:5.4.4]
Depends on: contaminant food category
Takes effect 1 Jan 2027
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027
The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.
From the consolidated text: 5.4.4 · Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children · 25 As from 1 January 2027 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.
Annex I rows, point 5.4.4: Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children — Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)- WarningUS-CAN-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine (CAS 758-17-8)
Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab) Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Applies when
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
- Effective
Takes effect 8 Dec 2026
Applies to products sold on or after 8 Dec 2026
Listed 2025-12-08 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Source
- Chemical
- N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the State's Qualified Experts (SQE)
- CAS No.
- 758-17-8
- Date listed
- 8 Dec 2025
Prop 65 list row: N-Methyl-N-Formylhydrazine · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
- WarningUS-CABisphenol S (BPS) (CAS 80-09-1)
Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no MADL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Bisphenol S (BPS), which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required for a reproductive toxicant where the exposure will produce no observable effect at 1,000 times the level in question (at or below the MADL).
“a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure will produce no observable effect, even at 1,000 times the level in question.”
Appendix A (summary), Exposures that will produce no observable reproductive effect (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab) Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Applies when
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
- Effective
Takes effect 8 Dec 2026
Applies to products sold on or after 8 Dec 2026
Listed 2025-12-08 (developmental). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Source
- Chemical
- Bisphenol S (BPS)
- Type of toxicity
- developmental toxicity
- Listed by
- the State's Qualified Experts (SQE)
- CAS No.
- 80-09-1
- Date listed
- 8 Dec 2025
Prop 65 list row: Bisphenol S (BPS) · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
- WarningUS-CATacrolimus (CAS 104987-11-3)
Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Tacrolimus, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab) Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Applies when
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
- Effective
Takes effect 17 Jul 2027
Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027
Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Source
- Chemical
- Tacrolimus
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the Labor Code (LC)
- CAS No.
- 104987-11-3
- Date listed
- 17 Jul 2026
Prop 65 list row: Tacrolimus · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
- WarningUS-CAHydrochlorothiazide
Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Hydrochlorothiazide, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab) Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Applies when
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
- Effective
Takes effect 17 Jul 2027
Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027
Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Source
- Chemical
- Hydrochlorothiazide
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the Labor Code (LC)
- CAS No.
- 58-93-5; 125727-50-6; 8049-49-8
- Date listed
- 17 Jul 2026
Prop 65 list row: Hydrochlorothiazide · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
- WarningUS-CAVoriconazole
Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Voriconazole, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab) Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Applies when
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
- Effective
Takes effect 17 Jul 2027
Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027
Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Source
- Chemical
- Voriconazole
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the Labor Code (LC)
- CAS No.
- 137234-62-9; 188416-29-7; 173967-54-9
- Date listed
- 17 Jul 2026
Prop 65 list row: Voriconazole · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
- WarningUS-CAWelding Fumes
Warning required when exposure exceeds the threshold (no NSRL listed for this row)
This product can expose you to Welding Fumes, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Exemptions (1)
No warning is required where the exposure poses no significant risk of cancer (at or below the NSRL).
a warning is not required if the business causing the exposure can demonstrate that the exposure occurs at a level that poses “no significant risk
Appendix A (summary), Exposures that pose no significant risk of cancer (excerpt) · fetched 2026-10-08California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab) Official text, current to 31 Jul 2026. OEHHA's own Prop 65 list (XLSX), list dated July 31, 2026.
- Applies when
- Seller has 10 or more employees
- Your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
Depends on: number of employees at the seller
- Effective
Takes effect 17 Jul 2027
Applies to products sold on or after 17 Jul 2027
Listed 2026-07-17 (cancer). Grace period: "Proposition 65 warning requirements do not apply until 12 months after the chemical has been listed" (Appendix A); listing date plus 12 months.
- Source
- Chemical
- Welding Fumes
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the Labor Code (LC)
- CAS No.
- none given
- Date listed
- 17 Jul 2026
Prop 65 list row: Welding Fumes · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)
- LimitEUSum of 3-MCPD and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD
Limit 500 µg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applies when
- Food category (contaminant tables): Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:5.3.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
- Effective
Takes effect 1 Jan 2027
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027
The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.
- Source
From the consolidated text: 5.3.2 · Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 750 500 as from 1 January 2027 · When the product is a mixture of different oils or fats of the same or of different botanical origins, the maximum level applies for the mixture. The oils and fats used as ingredients for the mixture shall comply with the maximum level established for the oils and fats in point 5.3.1.
Annex I rows, point 5.3.2: Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
- LimitEUSum of 3-MCPD and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD
Limit 50 µg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applies when
- Food category (contaminant tables): Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children [EU:5.3.4]
Depends on: contaminant food category
- Effective
Takes effect 1 Jan 2027
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027
The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.
- Source
From the consolidated text: 5.3.4. · Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children · 50 as from 1 January 2027 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.
Annex I rows, point 5.3.4: Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children — Sum of 3-monochloropropanediol (3-MCPD) and 3-MCPD fatty acid esters, expressed as 3-MCPD · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
- LimitEUGlycidol (CAS 556-52-5)
Limit 250 µg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applies when
- Food category (contaminant tables): Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children [EU:5.4.2]
Depends on: contaminant food category
- Effective
Takes effect 1 Jan 2027
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027
The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.
- Source
From the consolidated text: 5.4.2 · Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children · 500 250 as from 1 January 2027 · When the product is a mixture of different oils or fats of the same or of different botanical origins, the maximum level applies for the mixture. The oils and fats used as ingredient for the mixture shall comply with the maximum level established for the oils and fats in point 5.4.1.
Annex I rows, point 5.4.2: Vegetable oils and fats, fish oils and oils from other marine organisms destined for the production of baby food and processed cereal-based food for infants and young children — Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
- LimitEUGlycidol (CAS 556-52-5)
Limit 25 µg/kg (content basis)
Consolidated text (not the authentic legal edition), current to 19 Aug 2026. EUR-Lex consolidated text: a documentation tool without legal effect; the acts published in the Official Journal are authentic. Consolidated version CELEX 02023R0915-20260819 from the Publications Office, the latest when read.
- Applies when
- Food category (contaminant tables): Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children [EU:5.4.4]
Depends on: contaminant food category
- Effective
Takes effect 1 Jan 2027
Applies to products placed on the market on or after 1 Jan 2027
The row states this level as from 2027-01-01.
- Source
From the consolidated text: 5.4.4 · Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children · 25 As from 1 January 2027 · The maximum level applies to the product as placed on the market.
Annex I rows, point 5.4.4: Baby food; Processed cereal based food for infants and young children — Glycidyl fatty acid esters, expressed as glycidol · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915 (consolidated 2026-08-19)(opens in a new tab)
Records
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Recalls, safety alerts and Prop 65 notices that name Packaged food and beverages, with a link to the original. A Prop 65 notice is a claim by the sender, not a ruling.
2,152 records dated 4 Jan 2023 to 26 Oct 2026. Most recent shown.
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- Prop 65 notices
Filthy, Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives, UPC#899682002811, Filthy, Piri Piri Pepper Stuffed Olives, UPC#899682002859, Filthy, Pimento Olives, UPC#899682002828
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead and lead compounds
- Party
- Filthy Brands, LLC
- Category
- Preserved fruit, vegetables and jams
- Prop 65 notices
Gymkhana, Tikka Medium Masala Simmer Sauce, UPC#860014094828, Gymkhana, Korma Mild Simmer Sauce, UPC#860014094842, Gymkhana, Madras Hot Simmer Sauce, UPC#860014094835
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead and lead compounds
- Party
- GK Fine Foods Inc.
- Category
- Sauces and condiments
- Prop 65 notices
Rishi Turmeric Ginger Chai, UPC# 741391976443
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- Diaspora Tea & Herb Company, LLC, Good Food Holdings, LLC, Good Food Holdings, LLC dba Lazy Acres Market, E-Mart Inc., E-Mart America, Inc.
- Category
- Coffee, tea and infusions
- Prop 65 notices
Luke's Classic Lobster Ravioli with Vodka Sauce
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Cadmium
- Party
- Lukes Seafood LLC, Mrs. Gooch's Natural Food Markets, Inc.
- Category
- Noodles and pasta
- Prop 65 notices
Sola Blueberry Bagels
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- Spring Sola, LLC d/b/a Sola, Amazon.com Services LLC
- Category
- Bakery products
- Prop 65 notices
Blue Elephant – Thai Green Curry Sauce , Blue Elephant – Thai Red Curry Sauce
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- Sequoia Southeast, Inc., Walmart Inc., Blue Elephant Bangkok Co Limited
- Category
- Sauces and condiments
- Prop 65 notices
Sprouts Gluten Free Cheese Ravioli
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc., Sprouts Inc., Manini’s LLC
- Category
- Noodles and pasta
- Prop 65 notices
Bigger Raspberry Lemonade Juice
Packaged food and beverages
- Substance
- Lead
- Party
- good2grow LLC
- Category
- Fruit and vegetable juices
Sub-categories
Further rules in sub-categories
These apply only to the sub-categories below, not to the whole category.
- Sugar confectionery4 additional rules
- Chocolate and cocoa products2 additional rules
- Nuts and seeds2 additional rules
- Preserved fruit, vegetables and jams1 additional rule
- Rice, grains and flour7 additional rules
- Canned and retorted foods1 additional rule
- Soups and broths1 additional rule
- Frozen and chilled ready meals2 additional rules
- Plant-based drinks and dairy alternatives27 additional rules
- Non-alcoholic beverages29 additional rules
- Alcoholic drinks27 additional rules
- Shelf-stable seafood products1 additional rule
See also
Related categories
- Bakery and confectionery
Sweet and baked goods.
- Snacks, nuts and dried produce
Snack foods and preserved plant produce.
- Staples and prepared meals
Grain, noodle, canned and ready-meal products.
- Dairy and plant-based alternatives
Dairy products and plant-based drinks.
- Non-alcoholic beverages
Ready-to-drink and drink-preparation products (EU 1169/2011 Annex III caffeine wording, sweetener wording and KR high-caffeine labelling attach to this group).
- Alcoholic drinks
Fermented and distilled alcoholic beverages sold prepacked: beer, wine, rice wine, spirits and liqueurs (KR 식품등의 표시기준 Ⅲ. 1. 거 주류; JP 食品表示基準 酒類; EU 1169/2011 Art. 16(4) and Art. 28 beverages over 1.2 % vol; GB and EU labelling of alcoholic strength).
- Seasonings, spreads, oils and sweeteners
Condiments, spices, edible oils and sugar-based spreads.
- Seafood and fermented foods
Shelf-stable seafood and fermented vegetables.
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