Rice, grains and flour
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| EUEuropean Union | Not checked | 4 laws found | ClaraDB has not checked this type of question, so it does not say whether these laws apply. See what ClaraDB has checked |
“shall clearly show its intended use.” | |||
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“A clear indication of the intended use must appear on the label of each individual bag, box …” | |||
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Maximum levels for certain contaminants in foodRegulation (EU) 2023/915 · 534 rules foundNot checked534 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Label: shall clearly show its intended use.
“shall clearly show its intended use.”
Art. 6(1) · In force since 25 May 2023European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab) Keep aflatoxin B1 within 5 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Dried fruits to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.1
- Foodstuffs
- Dried fruits to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.3
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 5,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 10,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
Annex I rows, point 1.1.1: Dried fruits to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.3 — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxins within 10 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Dried fruits to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.1
- Foodstuffs
- Dried fruits to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.3
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 5,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 10,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
Annex I rows, point 1.1.1: Dried fruits to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.3 — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxin B1 within 2 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Dried fruits used as only ingredient or processed products from dried fruits, placed on the market for… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.2
- Foodstuffs
- Dried fruits used as only ingredient or processed products from dried fruits, placed on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.3
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 2,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 4,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- In the case of food consisting of dried fruits used as only ingredient or in the case of processed products consisting at least of 80 % from the dried fruits concerned, the maximum levels as established for the corresponding dried fruits apply also to those products. In other cases, Article 3(1) and (2) apply.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.2: Dried fruits used as only ingredient or processed products from dried fruits, placed on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.3 — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxins within 4 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Dried fruits used as only ingredient or processed products from dried fruits, placed on the market for… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.2
- Foodstuffs
- Dried fruits used as only ingredient or processed products from dried fruits, placed on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.3
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 2,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 4,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- In the case of food consisting of dried fruits used as only ingredient or in the case of processed products consisting at least of 80 % from the dried fruits concerned, the maximum levels as established for the corresponding dried fruits apply also to those products. In other cases, Article 3(1) and (2) apply.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.2: Dried fruits used as only ingredient or processed products from dried fruits, placed on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.3 — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxin B1 within 6 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Dried figs
- Point
- 1.1.3
- Foodstuffs
- Dried figs
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 6,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 10,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- In the case of food consisting of dried figs used as only ingredient or in the case of processed products consisting at least of 80 % from dried figs, the maximum levels as established for dried figs apply also to those products. In other cases, Article 3(1) and (2) apply.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.3: Dried figs — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxins within 10 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Dried figs
- Point
- 1.1.3
- Foodstuffs
- Dried figs
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 6,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 10,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- In the case of food consisting of dried figs used as only ingredient or in the case of processed products consisting at least of 80 % from dried figs, the maximum levels as established for dried figs apply also to those products. In other cases, Article 3(1) and (2) apply.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.3: Dried figs — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxin B1 within 8 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.4
- Foodstuffs
- Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 8,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 15,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- Except groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds for crushing for refined vegetable oil production. If groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds with inedible shell are analysed, it is assumed, when calculating the aflatoxin content, that all the contamination is on the edible part.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.4: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxins within 15 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.4
- Foodstuffs
- Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 8,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 15,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- Except groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds for crushing for refined vegetable oil production. If groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds with inedible shell are analysed, it is assumed, when calculating the aflatoxin content, that all the contamination is on the edible part.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.4: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxin B1 within 2 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds used as only ingredient or processed products from groundnuts… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.5
- Foodstuffs
- Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds used as only ingredient or processed products from groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, placed on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 2,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 4,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- Except crude vegetable oils destined for refining and refined vegetable oils. If groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds with inedible shell are analysed, it is assumed when calculating the aflatoxin content that all the contamination is on the edible part. In the case of food consisting of groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds used as only ingredient or in the case of processed products consisting at least of 80 % from the groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds concerned, the maximum levels as established for the corresponding groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds apply also to those products. In other cases, Articles 3(1) and (2) apply.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.5: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds used as only ingredient or processed products from groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, placed on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxins within 4 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds used as only ingredient or processed products from groundnuts… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.5
- Foodstuffs
- Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds used as only ingredient or processed products from groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, placed on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 2,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 4,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- Except crude vegetable oils destined for refining and refined vegetable oils. If groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds with inedible shell are analysed, it is assumed when calculating the aflatoxin content that all the contamination is on the edible part. In the case of food consisting of groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds used as only ingredient or in the case of processed products consisting at least of 80 % from the groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds concerned, the maximum levels as established for the corresponding groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds apply also to those products. In other cases, Articles 3(1) and (2) apply.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.5: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds used as only ingredient or processed products from groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, placed on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxin B1 within 5 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Tree nuts to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the… (see the quote)
- Point
- 1.1.6
- Foodstuffs
- Tree nuts to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.8 and 1.1.10
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 5,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 10,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- -
- Remarks
- If tree nuts ‘in shell’ are analysed, it is assumed, when calculating the aflatoxin content, that all the contamination is on the edible part.
Annex I rows, point 1.1.6: Tree nuts to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment before placing on the market for the final consumer or use as an ingredient in food except products listed in 1.1.8 and 1.1.10 — Aflatoxins · In force since 25 May 2023 · fetched 2026-10-17
European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EU) 2023/915(opens in a new tab)- 522 more rules found in this law.
3 other laws found whose scope does not name this product type
Provision of food information to consumersReg. (EU) 1169/2011 · 75 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked75 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Food information must not be misleading
“Food information shall not be misleading, particularly: (a) as to the characteristics of the food and, in particular, as to its nature, …”
Art. 7(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Food information shall be accurate, clear and easy to understand for the consumer.
“Food information shall be accurate, clear and easy to understand for the consumer.”
Art. 7(2) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Food information shall not attribute to any food the property of preventing, treating …
“food information shall not attribute to any food the property of preventing, treating or curing a human disease …”
Art. 7(3) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Operators within their control
“shall not modify the information accompanying a food if such modification would mislead the final consumer …”
Art. 8(4) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Operators within their control
“shall ensure compliance with the requirements of food information law and relevant national provisions which are relevant to their activities and shall verify that such requirements are met …”
Art. 8(5) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Disclose: food supplied to other operators or mass caterers
“shall ensure that those other food business operators are provided with sufficient information to enable them, where appropriate, to meet their obligations under paragraph 2 …”
Art. 8(8) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) All foods
“Mandatory food information shall be available and shall be easily accessible, in accordance with this Regulation, for all foods …”
Art. 12(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Label: mandatory food information
“mandatory food information shall appear in a language easily understood by the consumers of the Member States where a food is marketed …”
Art. 15(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Label: quantity of certain ingredients or categories of ingredients …
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes and Reusable indelibly marked glass bottle without label: No, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“the quantity of certain ingredients or categories of ingredients …”
Art. 9(1)(d) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Label: nutrition declaration
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes and Product of an Annex V exemption: No
“a nutrition declaration …”
Art. 9(1)(l) · In force since 13 Dec 2016European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Label: quantitative ingredient declaration
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes and Reusable indelibly marked glass bottle without label: No, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“The indication of the quantity of an ingredient or category of ingredients used in the manufacture or preparation of a food shall be required where the ingredient …”
Art. 22(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) Label: nutrition declaration
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes and Product of an Annex V exemption: No
“The mandatory nutrition declaration shall include the following …”
Art. 30(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2016European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011(opens in a new tab) - 63 more rules found in this law.
Food additivesRegulation (EC) No 1333/2008 · 2,546 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked2,546 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Carbon dioxide
“E 290; Carbon dioxide; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children and foods mentioned in Part E, point 01.10, of Annex II …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 290 Carbon dioxide · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Keep phosphoric acid, phosphates, di-, tri- and polyphosphates (E 338–341, E 343 and E 450–452) (European Union definition) within 10000 mg/kg
“E 338-452; Phosphoric acid — phosphates — di-, tri- and polyphosphates; 10 000; (1) (4) (57); only foods in dried powdered form (i.e. foods dried during the production process, and mixtures thereof), excluding foods listed in Table 1 of Part A of this Annex …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 338-452 Phosphoric acid — phosphates — di-, tri- and polyphosphates · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Beta-cyclodextrin
“E 459; Beta-cyclodextrin; quantum satis; only foods in tablet and coated tablet form, excluding the foods listed in Table 1 of Part A of this Annex …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 459 Beta-cyclodextrin · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Silicon dioxide – silicates (E 551–553) (European Union definition)
“E 551-553; Silicon dioxide – silicates; quantum satis; (1); only foods in tablet and coated tablet form, excluding the foods listed in Table 1 of Part A of this Annex …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 551-553 Silicon dioxide – silicates · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Keep silicon dioxide – silicates (E 551–553) (European Union definition) within 10000 mg/kg
“E 551-553; Silicon dioxide – silicates; 10 000; (1) (57); only foods in dried powdered form (i.e. foods dried during the production process, and mixtures thereof), excluding foods listed in Table 1 of Part A of this Annex …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 551-553 Silicon dioxide – silicates · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Argon
“E 938; Argon; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children and foods mentioned in Part E, point 01.10, of Annex II …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 938 Argon · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Helium
“E 939; Helium; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children and foods mentioned in Part E, point 01.10, of Annex II …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 939 Helium · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Nitrogen
“E 941; Nitrogen; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children and foods mentioned in Part E, point 01.10, of Annex II …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 941 Nitrogen · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Nitrous oxide
“E 942; Nitrous oxide; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children and foods mentioned in Part E, point 01.10, of Annex II …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 942 Nitrous oxide · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Oxygen
“E 948; Oxygen; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children and foods mentioned in Part E, point 01.10, of Annex II …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 948 Oxygen · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Hydrogen
“E 949; Hydrogen; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children and foods mentioned in Part E, point 01.10, of Annex II …”
Annex II rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 949 Hydrogen · In force; the text states no start dateEuropean Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) Food additives used in food additives, food enzymes and food flavourings: Union list in Annex III
“Only food additives included in the Community list in Annex III may be used in food additives, in food enzymes and in food flavourings under the conditions of use specified therein …”
Art. 4(2) · In force since 20 Jan 2010European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008(opens in a new tab) - 2534 more rules found in this law.
General principles and requirements of food lawRegulation (EC) No 178/2002 · 11 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked11 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Food placed on the market
“Food shall not be placed on the market if it is unsafe …”
Art. 14(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Labelling, advertising and presentation of food
“shall not mislead consumers …”
Art. 16 · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Food at all stages
“shall be established at all stages of production, processing and distribution …”
Art. 18(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Label: food placed on the market
“shall be adequately labelled or identified to facilitate its traceability …”
Art. 18(4) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Food supplied
“shall collaborate with the competent authorities on action taken to avoid or reduce risks posed by a food which they supply or have supplied …”
Art. 19(4) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Food and feed imported into the Community for placing on the market within the Community …
Only if Imported into the market of sale: Yes
“Food and feed imported into the Community for placing on the market within the Community shall comply with the relevant requirements of food law …”
Art. 11 · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Food business operators at all stages
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“shall ensure that foods or feeds satisfy the requirements of food law which are relevant to their activities and shall verify that such requirements are met …”
Art. 17(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Disclose: supplier identification
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“Food and feed business operators shall be able to identify any person from whom they have been supplied with a food …”
Art. 18(2) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Disclose: customer identification
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“shall have in place systems and procedures to identify the other businesses to which their products have been supplied …”
Art. 18(3) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Notify Competent authorities: food that is not in compliance with food safety requirements
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“shall immediately initiate procedures to withdraw the food in question from the market where the food has left the immediate control of that initial food business operator and inform the competent authorities …”
Art. 19(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab) Notify Competent authorities: food that may be injurious to human health
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“shall immediately inform the competent authorities if it considers or has reason to believe that a food which it has placed on the market may be injurious to human health …”
Art. 19(3) · In force since 1 Jan 2005European Commission / Publications Office (CELLAR): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002(opens in a new tab)
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European Union: main sources stored. Modelled: Reg. 1169/2011 food information (mandatory particulars Art. 9-10, ingredient list and 14 allergens Art. 18-21 and Annex II, nutrition declaration Art. 29-35 and Annex V, date marking Art. 24 and Annex X, net quantity Art. 23, language Art. 15, origin Art. 26); Reg. 1333/2008 food additives (Annex II permitted uses by food category with maximum levels, Annex III); Reg. 2023/915 maximum levels of contaminants; Reg. 178/2002 general food law (Art. 17-19 operators and importers). Not stored: Reg. 1924/2006 nutrition and health claims; Reg. 1829/2003 GMO authorisation; flavourings (Reg. 1334/2008); novel foods (Reg. 2015/2283); pesticide MRLs (Reg. 396/2005); microbiological criteria (Reg. 2073/2005); vertical product standards (e.g. chocolate, honey, juices); official controls on imports (Reg. 2017/625); national measures of member states; food-contact materials (covered under home and kitchen goods).
GB Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales)
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Laws found, not checked
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What to do next
- Ask your supplier for a food-contact letter or lab report that names the material and the rule it was tested against (21 CFR 177 covers polymers; 21 CFR 170 and 189 cover food additives). Keep it with the listing. ClaraDB has not checked it.
5 laws found, not checked
Retained Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 setting maximum levels for certain contaminants in foodstuffsRegulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB · 268 rules foundNot checked268 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Label: a clear indication of the intended use must appear on the label of each individual …
“A clear indication of the intended use must appear on the label of each individual bag, box …”
Art. 5 · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 3500 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Fresh spinach (Spinacia oleracea)
“1.1; Fresh spinach (Spinacia oleracea); 3 500 …”
Annex rows, point 1.1: Fresh spinach (Spinacia oleracea) — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 2000 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Preserved, deep-frozen or frozen spinach
“1.2; Preserved, deep-frozen or frozen spinach; 2 000 …”
Annex rows, point 1.2: Preserved, deep-frozen or frozen spinach — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 4000 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Fresh Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) (protected and open-grown lettuce) excluding lettuce listed in point 1.4
“lettuce grown in the open air; 4 000 …”
Annex rows, point 1.3: Fresh Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) (protected and open-grown lettuce) excluding lettuce listed in point 1.4 > lettuce grown in the open air — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 3000 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Fresh Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) (protected and open-grown lettuce) excluding lettuce listed in point 1.4
“lettuce grown in the open air; 3 000 …”
Annex rows, point 1.3: Fresh Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) (protected and open-grown lettuce) excluding lettuce listed in point 1.4 > lettuce grown in the open air — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 5000 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Fresh Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) (protected and open-grown lettuce) excluding lettuce listed in point 1.4
“lettuce grown under cover; 5 000 …”
Annex rows, point 1.3: Fresh Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) (protected and open-grown lettuce) excluding lettuce listed in point 1.4 > lettuce grown under cover — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 4000 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Fresh Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) (protected and open-grown lettuce) excluding lettuce listed in point 1.4
“lettuce grown under cover; 4 000 …”
Annex rows, point 1.3: Fresh Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) (protected and open-grown lettuce) excluding lettuce listed in point 1.4 > lettuce grown under cover — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 2000 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: ‘ Iceberg ’ type lettuce
“Lettuce grown in the open air; 2 000 …”
Annex rows, point 1.4: ‘ Iceberg ’ type lettuce > Lettuce grown in the open air — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 6000 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Rucola (Eruca sativa, Diplotaxis sp., Brassica tenuifolia, Sisymbrium tenuifolium)
“Harvested 1 April to 30 September:; 6 000 …”
Annex rows, point 1.5: Rucola (Eruca sativa, Diplotaxis sp., Brassica tenuifolia, Sisymbrium tenuifolium) > Harvested 1 April to 30 September — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep nitrates within 200 mg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children
“1.6; Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children; 200 …”
Annex rows, point 1.6: Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods for infants and young children — Nitrate · In force since 1 Mar 2007The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Keep aflatoxin B1 within 8 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting, or other physical treatment,… (see the quote)
- Point
- 2.1.1.
- Foodstuffs
- Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting, or other physical treatment, before human consumption or use as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the exception of: groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds for crushing for refined vegetable oil production
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 8,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 15,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- —
Annex rows, point 2.1.1: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting, or other physical treatment, before human consumption or use as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the exception of: groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds for crushing for refined vegetable oil production — Aflatoxins · In force since 1 Mar 2007 · fetched 2026-10-17
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab)Keep aflatoxins within 15 µg/kg
Only if Food category points of the contaminant maximum-level tables: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting, or other physical treatment,… (see the quote)
- Point
- 2.1.1.
- Foodstuffs
- Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting, or other physical treatment, before human consumption or use as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the exception of: groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds for crushing for refined vegetable oil production
- Aflatoxins: B1 (µg/kg)
- 8,0
- Aflatoxins: sum of B1, B2, G1 and G2 (µg/kg)
- 15,0
- Aflatoxins: M1 (µg/kg)
- —
Annex rows, point 2.1.1: Groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds, to be subjected to sorting, or other physical treatment, before human consumption or use as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the exception of: groundnuts (peanuts) and other oilseeds for crushing for refined vegetable oil production — Aflatoxins · In force since 1 Mar 2007 · fetched 2026-10-17
The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab)- 256 more rules found in this law.
4 other laws found whose scope does not name this product type
As retained in Great Britain (assimilated law)Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained · 74 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked74 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Food information must not be misleading
“Food information shall not be misleading, particularly: a as to the characteristics of the food and, in particular, as to its nature, …”
Art. 7(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Food information shall be accurate, clear and easy to understand for the consumer.
“Food information shall be accurate, clear and easy to understand for the consumer.”
Art. 7(2) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Food information shall not attribute to any food the property of preventing, treating …
“food information shall not attribute to any food the property of preventing, treating or curing a human disease …”
Art. 7(3) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Operators within their control
“shall not modify the information accompanying a food if such modification would mislead the final consumer …”
Art. 8(4) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Operators within their control
“shall ensure compliance with the requirements of food information law …”
Art. 8(5) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Disclose: food supplied to other operators or mass caterers
“shall ensure that those other food business operators are provided with sufficient information to enable them, where appropriate, to meet their obligations under paragraph 2 …”
Art. 8(8) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) All foods
“Mandatory food information shall be available and shall be easily accessible, in accordance with this Regulation, for all foods …”
Art. 12(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Label: mandatory food information
“mandatory food information shall appear in English …”
Art. 15(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Label: quantity of certain ingredients or categories of ingredients …
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes and Reusable indelibly marked glass bottle without label: No, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“the quantity of certain ingredients or categories of ingredients …”
Art. 9(1)(d) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Label: nutrition declaration
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes and Product of an Annex V exemption: No
“a nutrition declaration …”
Art. 9(1)(l) · In force since 13 Dec 2016The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Label: quantitative ingredient declaration
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes and Reusable indelibly marked glass bottle without label: No, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“The indication of the quantity of an ingredient or category of ingredients used in the manufacture or preparation of a food shall be required where the ingredient …”
Art. 22(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) Label: nutrition declaration
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes and Product of an Annex V exemption: No
“The mandatory nutrition declaration shall include the following …”
Art. 30(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2016The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Reg. (EU) 1169/2011 as retained(opens in a new tab) - 62 more rules found in this law.
Retained Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additivesRegulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28 · 2,474 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked2,474 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Carbon dioxide
“E 290; Carbon dioxide; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 290 Carbon dioxide · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Keep phosphoric acid, phosphates, di-, tri- and polyphosphates (E 338–341, E 343 and E 450–452) (Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales) definition) within 10000 mg/kg
“E 338-452; Phosphoric acid — phosphates — di-, tri- and polyphosphates; 10 000; (1) (4) (57); only foods in dried powdered form (i.e. foods dried during the production process, and mixtures thereof), excluding foods listed in Table 1 of Part A of this Annex …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 338-452 Phosphoric acid — phosphates — di-, tri- and polyphosphates · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Beta-cyclodextrin
“E 459; Beta-cyclodextrin; quantum satis; only foods in tablet and coated tablet form, excluding the foods listed in Table 1 of Part A of this Annex …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 459 Beta-cyclodextrin · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Silicon dioxide – silicates (E 551–553) (Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales) definition)
“E 551-553; Silicon dioxide – silicates; quantum satis; (1); only foods in tablet and coated tablet form, excluding the foods listed in Table 1 of Part A of this Annex …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 551-553 Silicon dioxide – silicates · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Keep silicon dioxide – silicates (E 551–553) (Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales) definition) within 10000 mg/kg
“E 551-553; Silicon dioxide – silicates; 10 000; (1) (57); only foods in dried powdered form (i.e. foods dried during the production process, and mixtures thereof), excluding foods listed in Table 1 of Part A of this Annex …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 551-553 Silicon dioxide – silicates · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Argon
“E 938; Argon; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 938 Argon · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Helium
“E 939; Helium; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 939 Helium · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Nitrogen
“E 941; Nitrogen; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 941 Nitrogen · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Nitrous oxide
“E 942; Nitrous oxide; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 942 Nitrous oxide · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Oxygen
“E 948; Oxygen; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 948 Oxygen · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Hydrogen
“E 949; Hydrogen; quantum satis; may be used in foods for infants and young children …”
Annex rows, Part E, category 0; row: E 949 Hydrogen · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) Food additives used in food additives, food enzymes, food flavourings and nutrients
“Only food additives authorised for secondary use may be used in food additives, food enzymes, food flavourings and in nutrients under the conditions of use specified in the authorisation concerned …”
Art. 4(2) · In force since 20 Jan 2010The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 as retained in GB Annex II (domestic list) as in force on 2024-06-28(opens in a new tab) - 2462 more rules found in this law.
Retained Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 general principles and requirements of food lawRegulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB · 11 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked11 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Food placed on the market
“Food shall not be placed on the market if it is unsafe …”
Art. 14(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Labelling, advertising and presentation of food
“shall not mislead consumers …”
Art. 16 · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Food at all stages
“shall be established at all stages of production, processing and distribution …”
Art. 18(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Label: food placed on the market
“shall be adequately labelled or identified to facilitate its traceability …”
Art. 18(4) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Food supplied
“shall collaborate with the competent authorities on action taken to avoid or reduce risks posed by a food which they supply or have supplied …”
Art. 19(4) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Food and feed imported into Great Britain for placing on the market within Great …
Only if Imported into the market of sale: Yes
“Food and feed imported into Great Britain for placing on the market within Great Britain must comply with the relevant requirements of food law …”
Art. 11 · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Food business operators at all stages
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“shall ensure that foods or feeds satisfy the requirements of food law which are relevant to their activities and shall verify that such requirements are met …”
Art. 17(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Disclose: supplier identification
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“Food and feed business operators shall be able to identify any person from whom they have been supplied with a food …”
Art. 18(2) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Disclose: customer identification
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“shall have in place systems and procedures to identify the other businesses to which their products have been supplied …”
Art. 18(3) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Notify Competent authorities: food that is not in compliance with food safety requirements
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“shall immediately initiate procedures to withdraw the food in question from the market where the food has left the immediate control of that initial food business operator and inform the competent authorities …”
Art. 19(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab) Notify Competent authorities: food that may be injurious to human health
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“shall immediately inform the competent authorities if it considers or has reason to believe that a food which it has placed on the market may be injurious to human health …”
Art. 19(3) · In force since 1 Jan 2005The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 as retained in GB(opens in a new tab)
The Food Information Regulations 2014 (SI 2014/1855)SI 2014/1855 · 13 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked13 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Label: food prepacked for direct sale: name of the food
“must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name of the food), as read with— a Article 17(1) and (4), b Part A of Annex 6, and c in the case of a food offered for sale using a minced meat designation as a name— i Article 17(5), ii point 1 of Part B of Annex 6, and iii point 3 of Part B of Annex 6, as read with regulation 4 and Schedule …”
reg. 6A(1), 6A(3) · In force; the text states no start dateThe National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Disclose: food containing meat and another ingredient, not prepacked, packed at the consumer's request or prepacked for direct sale
“must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(d) (quantity of certain ingredients), as read with Article 22 and Annex VIII, in respect of the ingredients in the food that are meat …”
reg. 7(1), 7(5) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Label: may make available the particulars specified in Article 9(1)(c)
Only if Sold prepacked: No and Prepacked for direct sale: not Yes, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“may make available the particulars specified in Article 9(1)(c)”
reg. 5(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Label: non-prepacked food, allergens present, particulars given orally
Only if Sold prepacked: No and Prepacked for direct sale: not Yes, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“the operator must indicate that details of that substance or product can be obtained by asking a member of staff …”
reg. 5(3) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Disclose: non-prepacked food, allergens present, particulars given otherwise than as FIC provides
Only if Sold prepacked: No (see the quote)
“must be made available with a clear reference to the name of the substance or product listed in Annex II …”
reg. 5(5) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Label: food prepacked for direct sale: list of ingredients
Only if Prepacked for direct sale: Yes and Offered for sale by means of distance communication (online, telephone, mail order): No and List of ingredients is present: Yes
“must provide directly on the package or on a label attached to the package the particulars required by— a Article 9(1)(b) (list of ingredients), as read with— i Article 13(1) to (3), as read with any regulations made under Article 13(4), ii Article 15, iii Article 16(2), so far as it relates to the particulars required by Article 9(1)(b), iv Article 17, as read with Parts A and C of Annex 6 and, in the case of an ingredient using a minced meat designation as a name, the following points of Part B of Annex 6— aa point 1, and bb point 3, as read with regulation 4 and Schedule 2, v Article 18, as read with Annex 7 and paragraph (1)(a)(iv) of this regulation, vi Article 19(1), as read with any regulations made under Article 19(2), and vii Article 20; …”
reg. 5A(1)(a) · In force; the text states no start dateThe National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Label: food prepacked for direct sale, allergens present
Only if Prepacked for direct sale: Yes, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“Article 9(1)(c) (labelling of certain substances or products causing allergies or intolerances), as read with Article 21(1) and Annex 2 …”
reg. 5A(1)(b) · In force; the text states no start dateThe National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Label: a food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies …
Only if Sold prepacked: No and Prepacked for direct sale: not Yes
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name …”
reg. 6(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Disclose: non-prepacked food: name of the food
Only if Sold prepacked: No
“must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name of the food) as read with— a Article 17(1) to (4), and b in the case of food offered for sale using a minced meat designation as a name— i Article 17(5) and point 1 of Part B of Annex VI, and ii point 3 of Part B of Annex VI as read with regulation 4 and Schedule …”
reg. 6(1), 6(4) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Label: a food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies …
Only if Prepacked for direct sale: Yes
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(a) (the name …”
reg. 6A(1) · In force since 30 Sep 2022The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Label: a food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies …
Only if Contains meat as an ingredient: Yes and Food listed in Schedule 3 of SI 2014/1855 (meat products): No, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“A food business operator who offers for sale a food to which this regulation applies must provide the particulars required by Article 9(1)(d) (quantity of certain ingredients), as read with Article 22 and Annex VIII, in respect of the ingredients in the food that are meat.”
reg. 7(1) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) Label: irradiated product placed on the market in bulk
Only if Treated with ionising radiation: Yes
“must ensure that the relevant indication appears, together with the name of the product, on a display or notice above or beside the container …”
reg. 8(1), 8(5) · In force since 13 Dec 2014The National Archives (legislation.gov.uk): SI 2014/1855(opens in a new tab) - 1 more rules found in this law.
What is checked
Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales): main sources stored. Modelled: retained Reg. 1169/2011; Reg. 1333/2008 and Reg. 178/2002 as amended for Great Britain (legislation.gov.uk); Food Information Regulations 2014 (SI 2014/1855); contaminants as retained Reg. 1881/2006; GB food additive list (retained Reg. 1333/2008 Annex II as in force on 2024-06-28, the terms the FSA register preserves). Not stored: GB food additive list changes after 2024-06-28 (Annex II was omitted from the revised legislation from 1 April 2025 by S.I. 2025/361; the FSA Register of Food Additive Authorisations holds later changes, for example the February 2026 steviol glycoside conditions E 960a-c); GB Annex III of Reg. 1333/2008 (additives in additives, enzymes, flavourings and nutrients); Northern Ireland (EU rules apply under the Windsor Framework); Scottish; Welsh and Northern Irish regulations; HFSS promotion and placement rules; front-of-pack traffic-light guidance (voluntary); UK GM and claims registers; import controls (IPAFFS).
CA California
Not checked · 8 state laws found
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Laws found, not checked
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What to do next
- Ask your supplier for a food-contact letter or lab report that names the material and the rule it was tested against (21 CFR 177 covers polymers; 21 CFR 170 and 189 cover food additives). Keep it with the listing. ClaraDB has not checked it.
- Ask your supplier whether this product has been tested for chemicals on California's Proposition 65 list (27 CCR 27001), and keep the result. ClaraDB has not checked whether a warning is needed.
8 state laws, plus 22 federal laws and 11 marketplace policies, found, not checked
No law found here names this product type.
41 other laws found whose scope does not name this product type
Indirect Food Substances: PolymersUS federal law · 21 CFR 177 · 12 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked12 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1010 (Acrylic and modified acrylic plastics, semirigid and rigid)
Only if it is made of acrylic (PMMA)
“Semirigid and rigid acrylic and modified acrylic plastics may be safely used as articles intended for use in contact with food, in accordance with the following prescribed conditions. The acrylic and modified acrylic polymers or plastics described in this section also may be safely used as components of articles intended for use in contact with food.”
§177.1010 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1020 (Acrylonitrile/butadiene/styrene co-polymer)
Only if it is made of ABS
“Acrylonitrile/butadiene/styrene copolymer identified in this section may be safely used as an article or component of articles intended for use with all foods, except those containing alcohol, under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.”
§177.1020 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1315 (Ethylene-1, 4-cyclohexylene dimethylene terephthalate copolymers)
Only if it is made of copolyester
“Ethylene-1, 4-cyclohexylene dimethylene terephthalate copolymer may be safely used as articles or components of articles intended for use in contact with food subject to provisions of this section and of part 174 of this chapter.”
§177.1315 · In force since 10 Jun 1980US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1350 (Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers)
Only if it is made of ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA)
“Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers 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: …”
§177.1350 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1460 (Melamine-formaldehyde resins in molded articles)
Only if it is made of melamine resin
“Melamine-formaldehyde resins may be safely used as the food-contact surface of molded articles intended for use in producing, manufacturing, packing, processing, preparing, treating, packaging, transporting, or holding food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions: …”
§177.1460 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1500 (Nylon resins)
Only if it is made of polyamide (nylon, PA)
“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: …”
§177.1500 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1520 (Olefin polymers)
Only if it is made of polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP)
“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.”
§177.1520 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1550 (Perfluorocarbon resins)
Only if it is made of fluoropolymer coating (PTFE and similar) or fluoropolymer (PTFE, PFA, FEP)
“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: …”
§177.1550 · In force since 29 Sep 1978US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1580 (Polycarbonate resins)
Only if it is made of polycarbonate (PC)
“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 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1630 (Polyethylene phthalate polymers)
Only if it is made of PET or copolyester
“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 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.1640 (Polystyrene and rubber-modified polystyrene)
Only if it is made of polystyrene (PS)
“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 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab) Finished food-contact article must be made from a material that meets 21 CFR 177.2600 (Rubber articles intended for repeated use)
Only if it is made of silicone or rubber
“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 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 177(opens in a new tab)
Title 21 CFR Part 1 Subpart H: Registration of food facilitiesUS federal law · 21 CFR Part 1 subpart H · 3 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked3 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Register: register before the facility begins to manufacture, process, pack or hold food for US consumption
“You must register before your facility begins to manufacture, process, pack, or hold food for consumption in the United States. You may authorize an individual to register the facility on your behalf.”
21 CFR 1.230(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 1 subpart H(opens in a new tab) Register: renew the food facility registration every other year between Oct 1 and Dec 31 of each even-numbered year
“You must submit a registration renewal containing the information required under § 1.232 every other year, during the period beginning on October …”
21 CFR 1.230(b) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 1 subpart H(opens in a new tab) Register: owner, operator or agent in charge of a domestic or foreign facility that manufactures/processes, packs or holds food for US consumption registers the facility with FDA
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes and Facility exempt from registration: No
“You must register your facility under this subpart if you are the owner, operator, or agent in charge of either a domestic or foreign facility, …”
1.225(a) · In force since 10 Oct 2003US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 1 subpart H(opens in a new tab)
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 170)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 170 · 2 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked2 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Food additives (substances whose intended use results in their becoming a component of food)
Only if the intended use of a substance in it results or may reasonably be expected to result, directly or indirectly, in its becoming a component of food
“(e)(1) Food additives includes all substances not exempted by section 201(s) of the act, the intended use of which results or may reasonably be expected to result, directly or indirectly, …”
21 CFR 170.3(e)(1) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 170(opens in a new tab) Substances added to food claimed to be generally recognized as safe
Only if a substance in it that may become a component of food is used as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) rather than as an approved food additive
“(a) General recognition of safety may be based only on the views of experts qualified by scientific training and experience to evaluate the safety of substances directly or indirectly added …”
21 CFR 170.30(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 170(opens in a new tab)
Current Good Manufacturing Practice, Hazard Analysis, and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food (21 CFR Part 117)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 117 · 12 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked12 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Facility that manufactures, processes, packs, or holds food
“(2) The owner, operator, or agent in charge of a facility must ensure that all individuals who manufacture, process, pack, or hold food subject to subpart C, D, E, F, …”
21 CFR 117.4(a)(2) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) Disease control. Any person who, by medical examination or supervisory observation …
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“(a) Disease control. Any person who, by medical examination or supervisory observation, is shown to have, or appears to have, an illness, open lesion, including …”
117.10(a) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) Grounds. The grounds about a food plant under the control of the operator must be kept in a condition that will protect against the contamination of food.
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“(a) Grounds. The grounds about a food plant under the control of the operator must be kept in a condition that will protect against the contamination of food.”
117.20(a) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) General maintenance. Buildings, fixtures, and other physical facilities of the …
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“(a) General maintenance. Buildings, fixtures, and other physical facilities of the plant must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition and must be kept …”
117.35(a) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) All plant equipment and utensils used in manufacturing, processing, packing …
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“(a)(1) All plant equipment and utensils used in manufacturing, processing, packing, or holding food must be so designed and of such material and workmanship as to be adequately cleanable, and must be adequately maintained to protect against allergen cross-contact and contamination.”
117.40(a)(1) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) General. (1) All operations in the manufacturing, processing, packing, and holding …
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“(a) General. (1) All operations in the manufacturing, processing, packing, and holding of food (including operations directed to receiving, inspecting, transporting, and segregating) must be conducted in accordance with adequate sanitation principles.”
117.80(a)(1) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) Storage and transportation of food must be under conditions that will protect against …
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes
“Storage and transportation of food must be under conditions that will protect against allergen cross-contact and against biological, chemical (including radiological), and physical contamination of food, as well as against deterioration of the food and the container.”
117.93 · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) Requirement for a food safety plan. (1) You must prepare, or have prepared, …
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes and Qualified facility: No and Facility required to register: Yes and Facility exempt from registration: No
“(a) Requirement for a food safety plan. (1) You must prepare, or have prepared, and implement a written food safety plan.”
117.126(a)(1) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) Requirement for a hazard analysis. (1) You must conduct a hazard analysis to …
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes and Qualified facility: No and Facility required to register: Yes and Facility exempt from registration: No
“(a) Requirement for a hazard analysis. (1) You must conduct a hazard analysis to identify and evaluate, based on experience, illness data, scientific reports, and …”
117.130(a)(1) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) Facility subject to subpart C of part 117, food with a hazard requiring a preventive control
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes and Qualified facility: No and Facility required to register: Yes and Facility exempt from registration: No
“(a)(1) You must identify and implement preventive controls to provide assurances that any hazards requiring a preventive control will be significantly minimized or prevented …”
117.135(a)(1) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) Written recall plan for food with a hazard requiring a preventive control
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes and Qualified facility: No and Facility required to register: Yes and Facility exempt from registration: No
“You must establish a written recall plan for the food.”
117.139(a) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab) Notify competent authority: Attestations to be submitted. A qualified facility must submit the following …
Only if Operates a food facility or food business: Yes and Qualified facility: Yes and Facility required to register: Yes and Facility exempt from registration: No
“(a) Attestations to be submitted. A qualified facility must submit the following attestations to FDA: …”
117.201(a) · In force since 17 Sep 2015US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 117(opens in a new tab)
Unavoidable contaminants in food for human consumption and food-packaging materialUS federal law · 21 CFR 109 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Food manufacturers
“The manufacturer of food must at all times utilize quality control procedures which will reduce contamination to the lowest level currently feasible.”
§109.7(b) · In force since 30 Sep 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 109(opens in a new tab)
Indirect Food Additives: Adhesives and Components of CoatingsUS federal law · 21 CFR 175 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Finished food-contact article must use materials that meet 21 CFR 175.300 (Resinous and polymeric coatings)
Only if it is made of fluoropolymer coating (PTFE and similar) or other coating and a resinous or polymeric coating is the food-contact surface, applied as a continuous film or enamel over a metal substrate, or for repeated food-contact use as a continuous film or enamel that serves as a functional barrier between the food and the substrate (21 CFR 175.300(a))
“Resinous and polymeric coatings may be safely used as the food-contact surface of articles intended for use in producing, manufacturing, packing, processing, preparing, treating, packaging, transporting, or holding food, in accordance with the following prescribed conditions: …”
§175.300 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR 175(opens in a new tab)
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 189)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 189 · 20 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked20 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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This is a list of 20 chemicals, one rule each. None is a substance in your answers, so it is one entry here. One row follows as an example; declare a substance to see its row first.
Must not contain Flectol H
Only if it contains Flectol H
“§ 189.220 Flectol H. (a) Flectol H is the chemical 1,2-dihydro-2,2,4-trimethylquinoline, polymerized, C12H15N. It is a synthetic chemical not found in natural products, and has been used as a component of food packaging adhesives.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 189.220, Subpart Substances Prohibited From Indirect Addition to Human Food Through Food-Contact Surfaces · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 189(opens in a new tab) - 19 more rows in this list.
California ban on products containing pentaBDE or octaBDE (Health and Safety Code 108922)Cal. Health & Safety Code 108922 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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The product, and any flame-retarded part of it, contains no more than 0.1 percent pentaBDE or octaBDE
“On and after June 1, 2006, a person may not manufacture, process, or distribute in commerce a product, or a flame-retarded part of a product, containing more than one-tenth of 1 percent of pentaBDE or octaBDE, except for products containing small quantities of PBDEs that are produced or used for scientific research on the health or environmental effects of PBDEs.”
HSC 108922 · In force since 1 Jun 2006California Legislature (Legislative Counsel): Cal. Health & Safety Code 108922(opens in a new tab)
California Toxics in Packaging Prevention Act (Health and Safety Code 25214.11-25214.26)Cal. Health & Safety Code 25214.12-25214.14 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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The product's package and packaging components (inks, labels, adhesives, coatings) have no intentionally added lead, mercury, cadmium or hexavalent chromium, and the four together are at most 100 ppm
Only if you offer the product in California in a package (25214.13(b): "a product in a package"); a product sold with no packaging has nothing to comply
“Except as provided in Section 25214.14, on and after January 1, 2006, a person may not offer for sale or for promotional purposes in this state a product in a package that includes a regulated metal, in the package itself, or in a packaging component, if the regulated metal has been intentionally introduced into the package or packaging component during manufacturing or distribution.”
HSC 25214.13(b) · In force since 1 Jan 2006California Legislature (Legislative Counsel): Cal. Health & Safety Code 25214.12-25214.14(opens in a new tab)
Proposition 65 regulations, 27 CCR Div. 4 Ch. 1 Arts. 1-927 CCR · 30 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked30 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Notify Authorized agent of the business to which the product is sold or transferred, or of the retail seller (legal agent for service of process if none designated): manufacturer/supplier alternative to labelling: written notice to the buyer's or retail seller's authorized agent (25600.2(b)-(c))
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“by providing a written notice directly to the authorized agent for the business to which they are selling or transferring the product or to the authorized agent for a retail seller, so long as the business to which they are providing the notice is subject to Section 25249.6 of the Act.”
§25600.2(b) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Notify Authorized agent of the business to which the product is sold or transferred, or of the retail seller: annual renewal of the 25600.2(b) written notice while the product is sold in California
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“(4) Be renewed annually during the period in which the product is sold in California by a retail seller.”
§25600.2(b)(4) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Disclose: warning must name at least one listed chemical per endpoint
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“a warning meets the requirements of this subarticle if the name of one or more of the listed chemicals in the consumer product or affected area for which the warning is being provided is included in the text of the warning.”
§25601(b) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Label: consumer product warning prominence and conspicuousness
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“consumer product exposure warnings must be prominently displayed on a label, labeling, or sign, and must be displayed with such conspicuousness as compared with other words, statements, …”
§25601(c) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Disclose: non-label methods for consumer product warnings at the point of sale
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“(1) A product-specific warning provided on a posted sign, shelf tag, or shelf sign, for the consumer product at each point of display of the product. (2) A product-specific warning provided via any electronic device or process that automatically provides the warning to the purchaser prior to or during the purchase of the consumer product, without requiring the purchaser to seek out the warning.”
§25602(a)(1)-(2) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Label: consumer products that expose a person to a chemical on the Proposition 65 list
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“A short-form warning on the label that complies with the content requirements in Section 25603(b) and is provided on a product in a type size that complies with Section 25601(c). In no case shall the warning appear in a type size smaller than 6-point type.”
§25602(a)(3)-(4) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Disclose: consumer products that expose a person to a chemical on the Proposition 65 list
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
(A) a warning on the product display page, or (B) a clearly marked hyperlink using the word “WARNING” or the words “CA WARNING” or “CALIFORNIA WARNING” on the product display page that links to the warning, or (C) an otherwise prominently displayed warning provided to the purchaser prior to completing the purchase.
§25602(b)(1) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Disclose: catalog purchase warnings (25602(c))
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“(c) For catalog purchases, a warning that complies with the content requirements of Section 25603(a) must also be provided in the catalog in a manner that clearly associates it with the item being purchased. If a short-form warning is being provided on the label pursuant to Section 25602(a)(4), the warning provided in the catalog may use the same content.”
§25602(c) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Label: warning in the same non-English language as other consumer information
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“(d) Where a sign, labeling, or label, as defined in Section 25600.1, is used to provide a warning that includes consumer information about a product in a language other than English, the warning must also be provided in that language in addition to English.”
§25602(d) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Label: safe-harbor warning symbol (full-form and short-form)
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
“A symbol consisting of a black exclamation point in a yellow equilateral triangle with a bold black outline.”
§25603(a)(1) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Label: safe-harbor signal word
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
The word “WARNING:” or the words “CA WARNING:” or “CALIFORNIA WARNING:” in all capital letters and bold print, and: …
§25603(a)(2) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) Warning: Consumer product safe-harbor full-form warning content, cancer
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to a listed chemical
For exposures to listed carcinogens, the words, “This product can expose you to chemicals including [name of one or more chemicals], which is [are] known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”
§25603(a)(2)(A) · In force since 30 Aug 2018California OAG / OEHHA: 27 CCR(opens in a new tab) - 18 more rules found in this law.
Proposition 65 list of chemicals known to the State to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity27 CCR 27001 · 968 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked968 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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This is a list of 968 chemicals, one rule each. None is a substance in your answers, so it is one entry here. One row follows as an example; declare a substance to see its row first.
Warn if 1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-(4-methylcyclohexyl)-1-nitrosourea (Methyl-CCNU) is present
Only if your business has 10 or more employees and the product knowingly and intentionally exposes someone in California to this chemical
- Chemical
- 1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-(4-methylcyclohexyl)-1-nitrosourea (Methyl-CCNU)
- Type of toxicity
- cancer
- Listed by
- the State's Qualified Experts (SQE)
- CAS No.
- 13909-09-6
- Date listed
- 1 Oct 1988
Prop 65 list row: 1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-(4-methylcyclohexyl)-1-nitrosourea (Methyl-CCNU) · In force since 1 Oct 1989 · fetched 2026-10-08
California OEHHA: 27 CCR 27001(opens in a new tab)- 967 more rows in this list.
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 172)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 172 · 154 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked154 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Anoxomer
“§ 172.105 Anoxomer. Anoxomer as identified in this section may be safely used in accordance with the following conditions: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.105, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 26 Apr 1983US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Butylated hydroxyanisole
“§ 172.110 BHA. The food additive BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) alone or in combination with other antioxidants permitted in food for human consumption in this subpart B may be safely used in or on specified foods, as follows: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.110, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) BHT
“§ 172.115 BHT. The food additive BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene), alone or in combination with other antioxidants permitted in this subpart B may be safely used in or on specified foods, as follows: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.115, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Calcium disodium EDTA
“§ 172.120 Calcium disodium EDTA. The food additive calcium disodium EDTA (calcium disodium ethylene-diaminetetraacetate) may be safely used in designated foods for the purposes and in accordance with the conditions prescribed, as follows: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.120, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Dehydroacetic acid
“§ 172.130 Dehydroacetic acid. The food additive dehydroacetic acid and/or its sodium salt may be safely used in accordance with the following prescribed conditions: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.130, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Dimethyl dicarbonate
“§ 172.133 Dimethyl dicarbonate. Dimethyl dicarbonate (CAS Reg. No. 4525-33-1) may be safely used in food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.133, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 21 Oct 1988US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Disodium EDTA
“§ 172.135 Disodium EDTA. The food additive disodium EDTA (disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate) may be safely used in designated foods for the purposes and in accordance with the following prescribed conditions: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.135, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Ethoxyquin
“§ 172.140 Ethoxyquin. (a) Ethoxyquin (1,2-dihydro-6-ethoxy-2,2,4-trimethylquinoline) may be safely used as an antioxidant for preservation of color in the production of chili powder, paprika, and ground chili at levels not in excess of 100 parts per million.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.140, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Heptylparaben
“§ 172.145 Heptylparaben. (a) The food additive heptylparaben is the chemical n-heptyl p-hydroxybenzoate.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.145, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) 4-Hydroxymethyl-2,6-di tert butylphenol
“§ 172.150 4-Hydroxymethyl-2,6-di-tert-butylphenol. The food additive 4-hydroxymethyl-2,6-di-tert-butylphenol may be safely used in food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.150, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Natamycin (pimaricin)
“§ 172.155 Natamycin (pimaricin). (a) Natamycin (CAS Reg. No. 7681-93-8), also known as pimaricin, is a polyene macrolide antimycotic substance possessing an empirical formula of C33H47NO13 and a molecular weight of 665.7.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.155, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 22 Jun 1982US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) Potassium nitrate
“§ 172.160 Potassium nitrate. The food additive potassium nitrate may be safely used as a curing agent in the processing of cod roe, in an amount not to exceed 200 parts per million of the finished roe.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 172.160, Subpart Food Preservatives · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 172(opens in a new tab) - 142 more rules found in this law.
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 181)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 181 · 12 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked12 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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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 · In force since 28 Oct 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Antimycotics
“§ 181.23 Antimycotics. Substances classified as antimycotics, when migrating from food-packaging material shall include: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.23, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Antioxidants
“§ 181.24 Antioxidants. Substances classified as antioxidants, when migrating from food-packaging material (limit of addition to food, 0.005 percent) shall include: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.24, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Driers
“§ 181.25 Driers. Substances classified as driers, when migrating from food-packaging material shall include: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.25, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Drying oils as components of finished resins
“§ 181.26 Drying oils as components of finished resins. Substances classified as drying oils, when migrating from food-packaging material (as components of finished resins) shall include: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.26, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Plasticizers
“§ 181.27 Plasticizers. Substances classified as plasticizers, when migrating from food-packaging material shall include: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.27, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Release agents
“§ 181.28 Release agents. Substances classified as release agents, when migrating from food-packaging material shall include: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.28, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Stabilizers
“§ 181.29 Stabilizers. Substances classified as stabilizers, when migrating from food-packaging material shall include: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.29, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Substances used in the manufacture of paper and paperboard products used in food packaging
“§ 181.30 Substances used in the manufacture of paper and paperboard products used in food packaging. Substances used in the manufacture of paper and paperboard products used in food packaging shall include: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.30, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Acrylonitrile copolymers and resins
“§ 181.32 Acrylonitrile copolymers and resins. (a) Acrylonitrile copolymers and resins listed in this section, containing less than 30 percent acrylonitrile and complying with the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section, may be safely used as follows: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.32, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Sodium nitrate and potassium nitrate
“§ 181.33 Sodium nitrate and potassium nitrate. Sodium nitrate and potassium nitrate are subject to prior sanctions issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for use as sources of nitrite, with or without sodium or potassium nitrite, in the production of cured red meat products and cured poultry products.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.33, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 14 Jan 1983US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab) Sodium nitrite
“§ 181.34 Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrite. Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrite are subject to prior sanctions issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for use as color fixatives and preservative agents, with or without sodium or potassium nitrate, in the curing of red meat and poultry products.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 181.34, Subpart Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients · In force since 14 Jan 1983US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 181(opens in a new tab)
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act section 403: misbranded food (21 U.S.C. 343)US federal law · 21 U.S.C. 343 · 10 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked10 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Label: food containing artificial flavoring, artificial coloring or a chemical preservative states that fact
“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) · In force since 1 Jan 1940US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(opens in a new tab) Label: food intended for human consumption bears nutrition information (calories, fat, sodium, carbohydrate, fibre, sugars, protein)
“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) · In force; the text states no start dateUS Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(opens in a new tab) Food whose labeling is false or misleading in any particular is misbranded
“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) · In force; the text states no start dateUS Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(opens in a new tab) Not allowed: if it is offered for sale under the name of another food.
“If it is offered for sale under the name of another food.”
343(b) · In force; the text states no start dateUS Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(opens in a new tab) If it purports to be or is represented as a food for which a definition and standard …
“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) · In force; the text states no start dateUS Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(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
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“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) · In force since 1 Jan 1940US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(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
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“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) · In force since 1 Jan 1940US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(opens in a new tab) Label: flavorings, colorings and incidental additives that are or contain a major food allergen are subject to allergen labeling
Only if Allergens it contains: Milk or Eggs or Fish or Crustaceans or Tree nuts or Peanuts or Cereals containing gluten or Soy or Sesame
“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) · In force since 1 Jan 2006US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(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
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“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) · In force; the text states no start dateUS Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(opens in a new tab) Label: food containing a major food allergen declares it: 'Contains' statement after the ingredient list, or source name in parentheses in the ingredient list
Only if Allergens it contains: Milk or Eggs or Fish or Crustaceans or Tree nuts or Peanuts or Soy or Sesame or Shrimp or Crab or Walnut or Mackerel
If it is not a raw agricultural commodity and it is, or it contains an ingredient that bears or contains, a major food allergen, unless either— (A) the word "Contains", followed by the name of the food source from which the major food allergen is derived, is printed immediately after or is adjacent to the list of ingredients (in a type size no smaller than the type size used in the list of ingredients) required under subsections (g) and (i); …
343(w)(1) · In force since 1 Jan 2006US Government Publishing Office (GovInfo, USCODE-2024 edition): 21 U.S.C. 343(opens in a new tab)
Food labeling (21 CFR Part 101)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 101 · 20 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked20 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Label: food with artificial flavor, artificial colour or chemical preservative: statement
“(c) A statement of artificial flavoring, artificial coloring, or chemical preservative shall be placed on the food or on its container or wrapper, or on any two or all three of these, as may be necessary to render such statement likely to be read by the ordinary person under customary conditions of purchase and use of such food.”
21 CFR 101.22(c) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: food to which any colouring has been added: colouring declared in the ingredient statement
“(k) The label of a food to which any coloring has been added shall declare the coloring in the statement of ingredients in the manner …”
21 CFR 101.22(k) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: All words, statements, and other information required by or under authority …
“(c)(1) All words, statements, and other information required by or under authority of the act to appear on the label or labeling shall appear thereon …”
101.15(c)(1) · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Required words, statements and information must be prominent and conspicuous on the part of the label displayed under customary conditions of purchase
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“A word, statement, or other information required by or under authority of the act to appear on the label may lack that prominence and conspicuousness required by section 403(f) of the act by reason (among other reasons) of: (1) The failure of such word, statement, or information to appear on the part or panel of the label which is presented or displayed under customary conditions of purchase; …”
21 CFR 101.15(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: All information required to appear on the label of any package of food under …
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“(b) All information required to appear on the label of any package of food under §§ 101.4, 101.5, 101.8, 101.9, 101.13, 101.17, 101.36, subpart D …”
101.2(b) · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: packaged food: statement of identity on the principal display panel
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“(a) The principal display panel of a food in package form shall bear as one of its principal features a statement of the identity of the commodity. (b) Such statement of identity shall be in terms of: (1) The name now or hereafter specified in or required by any applicable Federal law or regulation; …”
101.3(a) · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: Under the provisions of section 403(c) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic …
Only if Represented as an imitation or substitute: Yes
“(e) Under the provisions of section 403(c) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, a food shall be deemed to be misbranded if it …”
101.3(e) · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: packaged food made from two or more ingredients: ingredient declaration
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“(a)(1) Ingredients required to be declared on the label or labeling of a food, including foods that comply with standards of identity, except those ingredients exempted by § 101.100, shall be listed by common or usual name in descending order of predominance by weight on either the principal display panel or the information panel in accordance with the provisions of § 101.2, except that ingredients in dietary supplements that are listed in the nutrition label in accordance with § 101.36 need not be repeated in the ingredient list.”
101.4(a)(1) · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: packaged food: name and place of business
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“(a) The label of a food in packaged form shall specify conspicuously the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor. …”
101.5(a) · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: packaged food: net quantity of contents on the principal display panel
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“(a) The principal display panel of a food in package form shall bear a declaration of the net quantity of contents. This shall be expressed in the terms of weight, measure, numerical count, or a combination of numerical count and weight or measure.”
101.7(a) · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: Nutrition information relating to food shall be provided for all products intended …
Only if Sold by a restaurant or retail food establishment (US): No, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“(a) Nutrition information relating to food shall be provided for all products intended for human consumption and offered for sale unless an exemption is provided …”
101.9(a) · In force since 6 Jan 1993US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) Label: food intended for human consumption and offered for sale: nutrition labeling
Only if Sold by a restaurant or retail food establishment (US): No, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)
“(a) Nutrition information relating to food shall be provided for all products intended for human consumption and offered for sale unless an exemption is provided …”
101.9(a) · In force since 6 Jan 1993US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 101(opens in a new tab) - 8 more rules found in this law.
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 180)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 180 · 3 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked3 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Acrylonitrile copolymers
“§ 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 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 180(opens in a new tab) Mannitol
“§ 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 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 180(opens in a new tab) Saccharin, ammonium saccharin, calcium saccharin, and sodium saccharin
“§ 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 · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 180(opens in a new tab)
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 184)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 184 · 214 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked214 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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This is a list of 214 chemicals, one rule each. None is a substance in your answers, so it is one entry here. One row follows as an example; declare a substance to see its row first.
Acetic acid
“§ 184.1005 Acetic acid. (a) Acetic acid (C2H4O2, CAS Reg. No. 64-19-7) is known as ethanoic acid. It occurs naturally in plant and animal tissues. It is produced by fermentation of carbohydrates or by organic synthesis. The principal synthetic methods currently employed are oxidation of acetaldehyde derived from ethylene, liquid phase oxidation of butane, and reaction of carbon monoxide with methanol derived from natural gas.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 184.1005, Subpart Listing of Specific Substances Affirmed as GRAS · In force since 25 Jun 1982US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 184(opens in a new tab) - 213 more rows in this list.
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 182)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 182 · 76 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked76 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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This is a list of 76 chemicals, one rule each. None is a substance in your answers, so it is one entry here. One row follows as an example; declare a substance to see its row first.
Glutamic acid
“§ 182.1045 Glutamic acid. (a) Product. Glutamic acid.”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 182.1045, Subpart Multiple Purpose GRAS Food Substances · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 182(opens in a new tab) - 75 more rows in this list.
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 173)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 173 · 57 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked57 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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This is a list of 57 chemicals, one rule each. None is a substance in your answers, so it is one entry here. One row follows as an example; declare a substance to see its row first.
Acrylate-acrylamide resins
“§ 173.5 Acrylate-acrylamide resins. Acrylate-acrylamide resins may be safely used in food under the following prescribed conditions: …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 173.5, Subpart Polymer Substances and Polymer Adjuvants for Food Treatment · In force since 15 Mar 1977US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 173(opens in a new tab) - 56 more rows in this list.
Food additives and GRAS (21 CFR Part 186)US federal law · 21 CFR Part 186 · 15 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Not checked15 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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This is a list of 15 chemicals, one rule each. None is a substance in your answers, so it is one entry here. One row follows as an example; declare a substance to see its row first.
Sulfamic acid
“§ 186.1093 Sulfamic acid. (a) Sulfamic acid (H …”
Parts 172-189 substance sections, 21 CFR 186.1093, Subpart Listing of Specific Substances Affirmed as GRAS · In force since 9 Jul 1982US Government Publishing Office / eCFR: 21 CFR Part 186(opens in a new tab) - 14 more rows in this list.
TikTok Shop seller policy: Product Safety and Compliance Policy (not law)TikTok Shop · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center · 4 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on TikTok ShopNot checked4 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Every product sold on TikTok Shop in the United States.
“Products are regularly reviewed and audited to confirm compliance with applicable regulatory and industry safety standards …”
Product Safety and Compliance Policy > Product Safety And Compliance · In force since 13 Aug 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center(opens in a new tab) Hold a declaration: certificate or declaration of compliance or conformity showing the product meets the legal, regulatory or recognized standard requirements of the U.S. market, with product name, company, issuer, signature or stamp, dates and the applicable law or standard.
Only if TikTok Shop takes a safety enforcement action on the product or asks for proof of its safety
“Product Certificates of Compliance or Conformity: A certificate or declaration showing that the product complies with applicable legal, regulatory, or recognized standard requirements for the market where it is sold …”
Appealing Safety Enforcement > Required Appeal Materials > Certificates and Compliance Documentation · In force since 13 Aug 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center(opens in a new tab) Test: test report from an accredited laboratory confirming the product passed required testing against recognized safety standards (such as UL, IEC or equivalent), showing product name, tests, results, date of issuance and the laboratory stamp or signature.
Only if TikTok Shop takes a safety enforcement action on the product or asks for proof of its safety
“A test report issued by an accredited laboratory confirming that the product passed required testing against recognized safety standards, such as UL, IEC, or equivalent standards, where applicable.”
Appealing Safety Enforcement > Required Appeal Materials > Third-Party Test Reports · In force since 13 Aug 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center(opens in a new tab) Hold a declaration: requested product information and documents, obtained from the manufacturer, supplier or importer if needed, and a description of how a safety issue was addressed.
Only if TikTok Shop requests product information
“Sellers must respond promptly to requests for product information. This may require contacting the manufacturer, supplier, or importer to obtain documents.”
Product Safety and Compliance Policy > Seller's Duty To Provide Information · In force since 13 Aug 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center(opens in a new tab)
Walmart seller policy: Prohibited Products Policy: Overview (not law)Walmart · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · Walmart Marketplace Learn guide · 4 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on WalmartNot checked4 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Label: every product listed on Walmart Marketplace
“All product labels, information and images in a Walmart.com listing must be in English and must not contain any conflicting information.”
What is the policy? > Policy basics > Required · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide(opens in a new tab) Not allowed: products whose materials, components or ingredients are produced with forced labor
Only if any of its materials, components or ingredients is produced through the use of forced labor
“Products whose materials, components and ingredients are produced through the use of forced labor.”
Additional guidelines > Prohibited products by territory > Prohibited · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide(opens in a new tab) Not allowed: products whose components or ingredients come from, are processed in or pass through Iran, Cuba, North Korea, or the Luhansk, Donetsk or Crimea regions of Ukraine, or are sourced from sanctioned parties
Only if a component or ingredient is grown, produced, manufactured, extracted or processed in, sourced from or transported through a listed territory
“Products whose components or ingredients are grown, produced, manufactured, extracted or processed in; sourced from; or transported through any of these territories: …”
Additional guidelines > Prohibited products by territory > Prohibited · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide(opens in a new tab) Label: products listed on Walmart Marketplace
Only if NIST Handbook 130's Uniform E-commerce Regulation applies to the listing
“Where applicable, the information must follow the regulations set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology in NIST Handbook 130 – Current Edition, IV. Uniform Regulations, G. Uniform E- commerce Regulation.”
What is the policy? > Policy basics > Required · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide(opens in a new tab)
TikTok Shop seller policy: Product Recall Policy (not law)TikTok Shop · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center · 3 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on TikTok ShopNot checked3 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Not allowed: products recalled voluntarily by the manufacturer or by order of a government agency such as the FDA or CPSC; affected listings must be removed and shipments stopped
Only if the product has been recalled
“Sellers must not list or sell products that have been recalled.”
Key Points · In force since 22 May 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center(opens in a new tab) Notify TikTok Shop (Account Manager or Seller Center ticket): products sold on TikTok Shop by their brand owner or manufacturer
Only if you are the brand owner or manufacturer and a recall occurs
“If you’re a brand owner or manufacturer, notify your Account Manager or submit a Seller Center ticket when a recall occurs …”
Recall Response Actions > Stay Informed and Notify TikTok Shop · In force since 22 May 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center(opens in a new tab) Hold a declaration: letter of Compliance from the manufacturer named in the recall announcement, on official letterhead, signed, in PDF or Word, explaining the reason for the recall and why new inventory is safe, with product ID, name and description; needed to reinstate a recalled product.
Only if the product was recalled and you ask TikTok Shop to reinstate it
“Submit a Letter of Compliance to your Account Manager or through the appeals process.”
Reinstating Products · In force since 22 May 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center(opens in a new tab)
Walmart seller policy: Prohibited Products Policy: Recalled Products (not law)Walmart · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · Walmart Marketplace Learn guide · 2 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on WalmartNot checked2 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Notify Walmart.com: products listed on Walmart Marketplace that become subject to a recall
Only if a product you list is recalled
“you’re obligated to notify Walmart.com of all product recalls within 24 hours of becoming aware of the recall …”
What is the policy? · In force since 11 Dec 2025Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide(opens in a new tab) Not allowed: products subject to a mandatory or voluntary recall or market withdrawal; products named in a warning letter, safety alert or regulatory press release may also be prohibited
Only if the product has been recalled
“Products that have been recalled are prohibited from sale on Walmart Marketplace.”
What is the policy? · In force since 11 Dec 2025Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide(opens in a new tab)
Walmart seller policy: Prohibited Products Policy: Product claims (not law)Walmart · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · Walmart Marketplace Learn guide, last updated Jun 5, 2026 · 5 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on WalmartNot checked5 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Every product claim in a Walmart Marketplace listing.
“Walmart Marketplace requires all product listings only contain truthful claims that are subject to necessary jurisdictional restrictions or prohibition.”
Prohibited Products Policy: Product claims > General product claims · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide, last updated Jun 5, 2026(opens in a new tab) Not allowed: consumer products or product packaging claiming to be biodegradable, degradable, compostable or decomposable (any form of these terms)
Only if the listing claims “biodegradable”, “degradable”, “compostable” or “decomposable”
Consumer products that make environmental product claims such as "biodegradable" or "compostable" are restricted from being sold on Walmart Marketplace, where applicable in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
Biodegradable or compostable > What is the policy? · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide, last updated Jun 5, 2026(opens in a new tab) Must not contain PFAS (the marketplace page's definition)
Only if it contains PFAS
Products containing chemicals including but not limited to PFAS, PFOS, PTFE, PFOA and other commonly called “forever chemicals” are restricted on the Marketplace.
Forever chemicals > What is the policy? · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide, last updated Jun 5, 2026(opens in a new tab) Not allowed: items claiming Made in the USA (including Made in America, Grown in the USA, Manufactured in USA, Assembled in America, Built in America) that were substantially transformed outside the U.S., or whose listing shows a conflicting country of origin
Only if the listing claims “Made in USA”
“Any item claiming to be Made in the USA that had substantial transformation occur outside of the U.S.”
Made in the USA > Policy basics > Prohibited · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide, last updated Jun 5, 2026(opens in a new tab) Items claiming Made in the USA
Only if the listing claims “Made in USA”
“Walmart requires any Made in the USA product claim to be consistent across images, product packaging and item attributes.”
Made in the USA > What is the policy? · In force since 5 Jun 2026Walmart Marketplace Learn (Walmart Inc.): Walmart Marketplace Learn guide, last updated Jun 5, 2026(opens in a new tab)
TikTok Shop seller policy: Prohibited Products Policy (not law)TikTok Shop · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · TikTok Shop US Policy Center article dated 10/22/2026 · 4 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on TikTok ShopNot checked4 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Not allowed: products that cannot lawfully be imported, including products sourced from or made in sanctioned territories.
Only if the product cannot be lawfully imported into the customer's country, or is sourced from or made in a territory under economic or trade sanctions
“Products that cannot be lawfully imported into the customer's country, including products sourced from or manufactured in territories subject to economic or trade sanctions …”
Prohibited Products Policy > Prohibited Products · In force since 22 Oct 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Policy Center article dated 10/22/2026(opens in a new tab) Must not contain Cyanide
Only if it contains cyanide
“Any products containing cyanide …”
Hazardous and Dangerous Items · In force since 22 Oct 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Policy Center article dated 10/22/2026(opens in a new tab) Must not contain Mercury
Only if it contains mercury
“Any products containing mercury …”
Hazardous and Dangerous Items · In force since 22 Oct 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Policy Center article dated 10/22/2026(opens in a new tab) Listings that claim or imply the product diagnoses, cures, mitigates, treats or prevents a disease or medical condition
Only if the listing claims “disease treatment” or “drug like”
“A product may be treated as a drug or medical device when its listing claims or implies that it diagnoses, cures, mitigates, treats, or prevents a disease or medical condition …”
Medicines, Medical Devices, and Medicinal Supplements > Medical and Health Claims · In force since 22 Oct 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Policy Center article dated 10/22/2026(opens in a new tab)
Amazon seller policy: Recalled products (not law)Amazon · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · Amazon Seller Central help page G200164750 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on AmazonNot checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Not allowed: products subject to a recall, market withdrawal or stop sale by the manufacturer, another recalling firm or a regulator (CPSC, NHTSA, FDA, USDA-FSIS, EPA); offering them may lead to suspension or permanent removal of selling privileges
Only if the product, model or lot is subject to a recall, market withdrawal or stop sale
“Amazon bars any person from selling products subject to recalls, market withdrawals, and stop sales regardless if they are publicly announced or not.”
Recalled products and recall notices · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G200164750(opens in a new tab)
Amazon seller policy: Restricted products (not law)Amazon · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · Amazon Seller Central help page G200164330 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on AmazonNot checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Every product listed on Amazon
“Sellers must ensure their products are accurately categorized, described, and in compliance with Amazon’s listing standards for any product sold on Amazon, as outlined in its product detail page rules.”
Restricted products > Additional related policies · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G200164330(opens in a new tab)
TikTok Shop seller policy: Restricted Products Policy (not law)TikTok Shop · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on TikTok ShopNot checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Every product sold on TikTok Shop
“Accurately categorize and describe products in accordance with TikTok Shop's listing standards …”
Key Points > Additionally, sellers must · In force since 9 Oct 2026TikTok Shop US Seller Academy / Policy Center: TikTok Shop US Academy, Policy Center(opens in a new tab)
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (TSCA section 8(a)(7))US federal law · 40 CFR 705 · 2 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if it contains PFASNot checked2 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Notify US EPA through the Central Data Exchange (CDX), the PFAS 8(a)(7) reporting tool (§705.35) if PFAS (United States (federal) definition) is present
Only if you manufactured (including imported) a PFAS, or an article containing one, for commercial purposes at any time from January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2022
“Persons who have manufactured for commercial purposes a chemical substance identified in § 705.5 at any period from January 1, 2011, through the end of the last calendar year prior to November 13, 2023, except as described in § 705.12, is subject to the requirements of this part.”
§705.10 · In force; the text states no start dateUS EPA via eCFR: 40 CFR 705(opens in a new tab) Notify US EPA through the Central Data Exchange (CDX), the PFAS 8(a)(7) reporting tool (§705.35) if PFAS (United States (federal) definition) is present
Only if you manufactured (including imported) a PFAS, or an article containing one, for commercial purposes at any time from January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2022
“All information reported to EPA in response to the requirements of this part must be submitted during the applicable submission period.”
§705.20(a) · Takes effect on 31 Jan 2027US EPA via eCFR: 40 CFR 705(opens in a new tab)
California Business and Professions Code 17580 and 17580.5 (environmental representations)Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code 17580, 17580.5 · 2 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if the listing claims “eco-friendly”, “sustainable”, “carbon neutral”, “recyclable”, “biodegradable”, “compostable” or…, plus one of 2 further conditions the law names (see the quote)Not checked2 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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No untruthful, deceptive or misleading environmental marketing claim, explicit or implied, including any claim covered by the FTC Green Guides
Only if you make an environmental marketing claim, explicit or implied (BPC 17580.5(a): any claim in the FTC “Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims”)
(a) It is unlawful for a person to make an untruthful, deceptive, or misleading environmental marketing claim, whether explicit or implied. For the purpose of this section, “environmental marketing claim” shall include any claim contained in the “Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims” published by the Federal Trade Commission.
BPC 17580.5(a) · In force; the text states no start dateCalifornia Legislature (Legislative Counsel): Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code 17580, 17580.5(opens in a new tab) A maker or distributor that calls its consumer good environmentally friendly, green or the like, uses a chasing arrows symbol or tells consumers to recycle it keeps written records supporting the claim and gives them to anyone who asks
Only if you make a representation in advertising or on the label or container that the consumer good you manufacture or distribute is not harmful to, or is beneficial to,… (see the quote)
(a) A person who represents in advertising or on the label or container of a consumer good that the consumer good that it manufactures or distributes is not harmful to, or is beneficial to, the natural environment, through the use of such terms as “environmental choice,” “ecologically friendly,” “earth friendly,” “environmentally friendly,” “ecologically sound,” “environmentally sound,” “environmentally safe,” “ecologically safe,” “environmentally lite,” “green product,” or any other like term, or through the use of a chasing arrows symbol or by otherwise directing a consumer to recycle the consumer good, shall maintain in written form in its records all of the following information and documentation supporting the validity of the representation: …
BPC 17580(a) · In force; the text states no start dateCalifornia Legislature (Legislative Counsel): Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code 17580, 17580.5(opens in a new tab)
California Public Resources Code 42355.51 (SB 343: recyclability claims and the chasing arrows symbol)Cal. Pub. Res. Code 42355.51 · 2 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if you make a claim about the recyclability of the product or its packaging, or display a chasing arrows symbol or any other symbol or statement indicating it is… (see the quote)Not checked2 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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A product or packaging that carries a deceptive or misleading recyclability claim may not be offered for sale, sold, distributed or imported into California
Only if you make a claim about the recyclability of the product or its packaging, or display a chasing arrows symbol or any other symbol or statement indicating it is recyclable (PRC 42355.51(a), (b)(1))
“(a) A person shall not offer for sale, sell, distribute, or import into the state any product or packaging for which a deceptive or misleading claim about the recyclability of the product or packaging is made.”
PRC 42355.51(a) · In force; the text states no start dateCalifornia Legislature (Legislative Counsel): Cal. Pub. Res. Code 42355.51(opens in a new tab) A chasing arrows symbol or other recyclable symbol or statement on a product or its packaging is deemed deceptive unless the item is recyclable in California under the CalRecycle criteria (42355.51(d)); on a product that is not, it may not appear on the product at all
Only if you make a claim about the recyclability of the product or its packaging, or display a chasing arrows symbol or any other symbol or statement indicating it is recyclable (PRC 42355.51(a), (b)(1))
“a product or packaging that displays a chasing arrows symbol, a chasing arrows symbol surrounding a resin identification code, or any other symbol or statement indicating the product or packaging is recyclable, or otherwise directing the consumer to recycle the product or packaging, is deemed to be a deceptive or misleading claim pursuant to this section and Section 17580.5 of the Business and Professions Code unless the product or packaging is considered recyclable in the state pursuant to subdivision …”
PRC 42355.51(b)(1) · In force since 4 Oct 2026California Legislature (Legislative Counsel): Cal. Pub. Res. Code 42355.51(opens in a new tab)
California Business and Professions Code 17533.7 (Made in U.S.A. labels)Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code 17533.7 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if you make or show the words “Made in U.S.A.,” “Made in America,” “U.S.A.,” or similar words on the merchandise or its container, and sell or offer it for sale in… (see the quote)Not checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Merchandise labelled “Made in U.S.A.”, “Made in America”, “U.S.A.” or similar is sold in California only if no part of it was entirely or substantially made outside the United States, apart from foreign parts worth at most 5% of the final wholesale value (10% if they cannot be had domestically)
Only if you make or show the words “Made in U.S.A.,” “Made in America,” “U.S.A.,” or similar words on the merchandise or its container, and sell or offer it for sale in California (BPC 17533.7(a))
It is unlawful for any person, firm, corporation, or association to sell or offer for sale in this state any merchandise on which merchandise or on its container there appears the words “Made in U.S.A.,” “Made in America,” “U.S.A.,” or similar words if the merchandise or any article, unit, or part thereof, has been entirely or substantially made, manufactured, or produced outside of the United States.
BPC 17533.7(a) · In force; the text states no start dateCalifornia Legislature (Legislative Counsel): Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code 17533.7(opens in a new tab)
California Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act (SB 54), Public Resources Code 42040-42084Cal. Pub. Res. Code 42041, 42051, 42060 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if Your gross sales in California in the most recent calendar year (USD): 1000000 or moreNot checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Register: join the approved producer responsibility organization (PRO) for the product's single-use packaging, and file a business address with CalRecycle
Only if the product is sold in California in single-use packaging, and you are its producer under PRC 42041(w): the brand-owning or licensee manufacturer; if none is in the state, the brand owner or exclusive licensee; if none is in the state, the person who sells, offers for sale or distributes it in or into the state; and you had gross sales of $1,000,000 or more in California in the most recent calendar year (42060(a)(5)(A))
“By January 1, 2024, producers of covered material shall form and join a PRO for the purposes of complying with this chapter.”
PRC 42051(a) · In force since 1 Jan 2024California Legislature (Legislative Counsel): Cal. Pub. Res. Code 42041, 42051, 42060(opens in a new tab)
FTC Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims (Green Guides): FTC guidance on how Section 5 of the FTC Act applies to environmental claims, not a binding ruleUS federal law · 16 CFR 260.4 · 10 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if the listing claims “eco-friendly”, “compostable”, “biodegradable”, “BPA-free”, “formaldehyde-free”, “lead-free”, “PFAS-free”, “PTFE-free”, “non-toxic” or “recyclable”Not checked10 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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A general environmental benefit claim (for example "eco-friendly" or "green") made for the product or its package.
Only if the listing claims “eco-friendly”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product, package, or service offers a general environmental benefit.”
§260.4(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A compostable claim made for the product or its package.
Only if the listing claims “compostable”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product or package is compostable.”
§260.7(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A degradable or biodegradable claim (including oxo-degradable, oxo-biodegradable and photodegradable claims) made for the product or its package.
Only if the listing claims “biodegradable”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product or package is degradable, biodegradable, oxo-degradable, oxo-biodegradable, or photodegradable.”
§260.8(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A claim that the product or its package is free of BPA or does not contain or use BPA.
Only if the listing claims “BPA-free”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product, package, or service is free of, or does not contain or use, a substance.”
§260.9(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A claim that the product or its package is free of formaldehyde or does not contain or use formaldehyde.
Only if the listing claims “formaldehyde-free”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product, package, or service is free of, or does not contain or use, a substance.”
§260.9(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A claim that the product or its package is free of lead or does not contain or use lead.
Only if the listing claims “lead-free”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product, package, or service is free of, or does not contain or use, a substance.”
§260.9(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A claim that the product or its package is free of PFAS or does not contain or use PFAS.
Only if the listing claims “PFAS-free”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product, package, or service is free of, or does not contain or use, a substance.”
§260.9(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A claim that the product or its package is free of PTFE or does not contain or use PTFE.
Only if the listing claims “PTFE-free”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product, package, or service is free of, or does not contain or use, a substance.”
§260.9(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A non-toxic claim made for the product or its package.
Only if the listing claims “non-toxic”
“It is deceptive to misrepresent, directly or by implication, that a product, package, or service is non-toxic. Non-toxic claims should be clearly and prominently qualified to the extent necessary to avoid deception.”
§260.10(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab) A recyclable claim made for the product or its package.
Only if the listing claims “recyclable”
“A product or package should not be marketed as recyclable unless it can be collected, separated, or otherwise recovered from the waste stream through an established recycling program …”
§260.12(a) · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 260.4(opens in a new tab)
And 702, Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act rules (written warranty terms and pre-sale availability)US federal law · 15 U.S.C. 2301 ff.; 16 CFR 700.1, 701.2, 701.3, 702.3 · 2 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if you give a written warranty on a consumer product that costs the consumer more than $15 (16 CFR 701.2: the rules apply to "written…; or one other way the law names (see the quote)Not checked2 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Disclose: if you give a written warranty, put all its terms in one clear document: who and what is covered, what you will do, how long, how to claim, and the required State-rights statements
Only if you give a written warranty on a consumer product that costs the consumer more than $15 (16 CFR 701.2: the rules apply to "written warranties on consumer products… (see the quote)
“Any warrantor warranting to a consumer by means of a written warranty a consumer product actually costing the consumer more than $15.00 shall clearly and conspicuously disclose in a single document in simple and readily understood language, the following items of information: …”
16 CFR 701.3(a) · In force since 1 Jan 1977US FTC via eCFR: 15 U.S.C. 2301 ff.; 16 CFR 700.1, 701.2, 701.3, 702.3(opens in a new tab) Disclose: make the written warranty's text available to the buyer before the sale (in store, catalog or online listing, door to door); the warrantor supplies the text or posts it online
Only if you give a written warranty on a consumer product that costs the consumer more than $15, or sell such a product with one (16 CFR 702.3: "The following requirements… (see the quote)
“the seller of a consumer product with a written warranty shall make a text of the warranty readily available for examination by the prospective buyer by: …”
16 CFR 702.3(a) · In force since 1 Jan 1977US FTC via eCFR: 15 U.S.C. 2301 ff.; 16 CFR 700.1, 701.2, 701.3, 702.3(opens in a new tab)
Title 21 CFR Part 179: Irradiation in the production, processing and handling of foodUS federal law · 21 CFR Part 179 · 2 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if Treated with ionising radiation: YesNot checked2 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Irradiated food receives the minimum dose reasonably required and no more than the maximum dose of the applicable regulation
“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) · In force; the text states no start dateUS National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 179(opens in a new tab) Label: Labeling. (1) The label and labeling of retail packages of foods irradiated …
Only if Sold prepacked: Yes
“(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) · In force since 18 Apr 1986US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 179(opens in a new tab)
FTC Made in USA Labeling RuleUS federal law · 16 CFR 323.2 · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if the listing claims “Made in USA”Not checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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A label that represents the product as Made in the United States without qualification.
“all significant processing that goes into the product occurs in the United States, and all or virtually all ingredients or components of the product are made and sourced in the United States.”
§323.2 · In force; the text states no start dateUS FTC via eCFR: 16 CFR 323.2(opens in a new tab)
Title 21 CFR Part 1 Subpart I: Prior notice of imported foodUS federal law · 21 CFR Part 1 subpart I · 1 rule found · Its scope does not name this product type.In scope only if Imported into the market of sale: YesNot checked1 rule foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Notify FDA: prior notice of imported food submitted to FDA and confirmed before arrival (2 h road, 4 h rail or air, 8 h water)
“you must submit the prior notice to FDA and the prior notice submission must be confirmed by FDA for review as follows: (1) If …”
1.279(a) · In force since 7 Nov 2008US National Archives / Office of the Federal Register (eCFR): 21 CFR Part 1 subpart I(opens in a new tab)
Amazon seller policy: Misleading and prohibited claims (not law)Amazon · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · Amazon Seller Central help page G202024200 · 7 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on AmazonIn scope only if the listing claims “non-toxic”, “chemical-free”, “free of chemical class”, “PFAS-free”, “BPA-free”, “lead-free”, “organic”, “absolute superlative”, “eco-friendly”,… (see the quote)Not checked7 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Listings with claims about composition or ingredients (for example "non-toxic", "PFAS-free", "BPA-free", "100% organic")
Only if the listing claims “non-toxic”, “chemical-free”, “free of chemical class”, “PFAS-free”, “BPA-free”, “lead-free” or “organic”
“Claims about a product’s performance, composition, ingredients, or origin must be backed by verifiable evidence and documentation.”
Claims guidelines > Ensure accuracy and verifiability · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G202024200(opens in a new tab) Listings with unqualified superlatives or comparisons
Only if the listing claims “absolute superlative”
“Direct or implied comparisons and superlatives like ''best'', ''100% pure'', or ''guaranteed'' should only be used when supported by verifiable and objective proof.”
Claims guidelines > Refrain from unqualified superlatives · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G202024200(opens in a new tab) Listings with environmental claims such as "eco-friendly", "sustainable", "carbon-neutral", recyclable or degradable
Only if the listing claims “eco-friendly”, “sustainable”, “carbon neutral”, “recyclable”, “biodegradable”, “compostable” or “degradable”
“Environmental claims about the qualities or characteristics of a product must be truthful and not misleading, and they should be supported by evidence.”
Environmental claims · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G202024200(opens in a new tab) Not allowed: products that claim or imply they diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent a disease, without FDA approval; the page's list includes anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-microbial
Only if the listing claims “disease treatment” or “drug like”
“Amazon prohibits the sale of products that imply or claim to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent diseases in humans or animals without approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).”
Examples of prohibited products > Disease claims · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G202024200(opens in a new tab) Listings claiming FDA clearance or approval or showing the FDA logo
Only if the listing claims “fda approved”
Products with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) claim to be "FDA Cleared," "FDA approved" or products that include the FDA logo in associated images must meet additional requirements.
Examples of prohibited products > Food and drug administration claims · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G202024200(opens in a new tab) Listings that state or imply the product is made, manufactured, built, produced, created or crafted in the United States
Only if the listing claims “Made in USA”
“Amazon prohibits the sale of products that imply or claim Made in USA without meeting the requirements established by the Federal Trade Commission.”
Made in USA claims · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G202024200(opens in a new tab) Not allowed: listings (detail page, images, descriptions, packaging and marketing materials) that are misleading about the product's qualities or characteristics; may lead to product removal, listing restrictions and account penalties
Only if the listing claims “misleading characteristics”
“Amazon policy prohibits the sale of products that are misleading about the qualities or characteristics of the product.”
Our policy for misleading and prohibited claims > Misleading claims · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page G202024200(opens in a new tab)
Amazon seller policy: Toxic Substances Control Act chemical restrictions (not law)Amazon · Marketplace policy, not law · US federal law · Amazon Seller Central help page GNPGY2ZEUMKSA62F · 5 rules found · Its scope does not name this product type.Only if you sell on AmazonIn scope only if it contains chrysotile asbestos; or one of 4 other ways the law names (see the quote)Not checked5 rules foundRead the law(opens in a new tab)
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Must not contain Chrysotile asbestos
Only if it contains chrysotile asbestos
“Products containing chrysotile asbestos …”
Our policy for TSCA - restricted chemicals > Examples · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page GNPGY2ZEUMKSA62F(opens in a new tab) Must not contain Dichloromethane (Methylene chloride)
Only if it contains dichloromethane (Methylene chloride)
“Products containing methylene chloride (MC)”
Our policy for TSCA - restricted chemicals > Examples · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page GNPGY2ZEUMKSA62F(opens in a new tab) Must not contain Tetrachloroethylene (Perchloroethylene)
Only if it contains tetrachloroethylene (Perchloroethylene)
“Products containing perchloroethylene (PCE) - (starting March 8, 2027)”
Our policy for TSCA - restricted chemicals > Examples · Takes effect on 8 Mar 2027Amazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page GNPGY2ZEUMKSA62F(opens in a new tab) Must not contain Trichloroethylene
Only if it contains trichloroethylene
“Products containing trichloroethylene (TCE)”
Our policy for TSCA - restricted chemicals > Examples · In force; the text states no start dateAmazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page GNPGY2ZEUMKSA62F(opens in a new tab) Must not contain TSCA PBT chemicals (the marketplace page's definition)
Only if it contains TSCA PBT chemicals
“Products containing regulated persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic chemicals (PBTs) - (starting January 6, 2026)”
Our policy for TSCA - restricted chemicals > Examples · In force since 6 Jan 2026Amazon Seller Central Help (Amazon.com Services LLC): Amazon Seller Central help page GNPGY2ZEUMKSA62F(opens in a new tab)
What is checked
California (US state): main sources stored. Modelled: Prop 65 chemical listings (27 CCR 27001), which apply to food. Not stored: Prop 65 warning methods and content for food; the consumer-product warning methods in 27 CCR 25600-25603 are encoded for home goods only; California food labelling and safety laws.
California Prop 65
Prop 65 notices on products like yours
60-day notices filed with the California Attorney General from 1 Nov 2025 to 1 Nov 2026 on products of the same type as "Rice, grains and flour". A 60-day notice is an allegation by the sender. It doesn't mean anyone found a violation.
373 notices dated 1 Nov 2025 to 1 Nov 2026; the 25 most recent are listed. "Same type and chemical" means the notice names a chemical a product like yours is likely to contain. "Same category" means the notice is filed under your product's category but names a different type of product.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, cadmium, perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and mercury and mercury compounds and bisphenol A (BPA), which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Wording: the safe-harbor consumer product warning, 27 CCR 25603(a)(2); the label also needs the yellow warning triangle, 25603(a)(1). Cancer and reproductive-harm listings: OEHHA Proposition 65 list (27 CCR 27001)(opens in a new tab).
Daily email when a new California Prop 65 notice matches a saved product. Team and Business gets it: save the product in a workspace(opens in a new tab).
- 9 Oct 2026Same type only
Firm: Environmental Health Advocates, Inc.
Chemical: not stated
Product as published: Primal Kitchen No Dairy Sundried Tomato Pasta Sauce
Official notice AG 2026-04853(opens in a new tab) - 9 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Environmental Health Advocates, Inc.
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Flora Imported Red Clam Sauce
Official notice AG 2026-04850(opens in a new tab) - 6 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Consumer Protection Group, LLC
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Macayo – Taco Sauce and Chip Dip
Official notice AG 2026-04783(opens in a new tab) - 6 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Millet & Brown Rice Ramen Noodles
Official notice AG 2026-04782(opens in a new tab) - 6 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Gabriel Espinoza
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Sola Bagel Bites Strawberry & Peanut Butter, UPC# 810210031080
Official notice AG 2026-04768(opens in a new tab) - 5 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Cadmium, Lead
Product as published: Pasta Prima Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Official notice AG 2026-04764(opens in a new tab) - 5 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Cadmium, Lead
Product as published: Pasta Prima Organic Butternut Squash Ravioli
Official notice AG 2026-04763(opens in a new tab) - 5 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Cadmium, Lead
Product as published: Pasta Prima Five Cheese Ravioli
Official notice AG 2026-04762(opens in a new tab) - 5 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Cadmium, Lead
Product as published: Mosaic Foods Tofu Teriyaki Veggie Bowl
Official notice AG 2026-04760(opens in a new tab) - 5 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Ema Bell
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Rill Foods Chili Soup Mix UPC# 813927000219
Official notice AG 2026-04756(opens in a new tab) - 2 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Cadmium, Lead
Product as published: Michael’s of Brooklyn Sauce, Vodka
Official notice AG 2026-04728(opens in a new tab) - 2 Oct 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Environmental Health Advocates, Inc.
Chemical: Cadmium
Product as published: 365 Whole Foods Market Skipjack Wild Tuna in Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt Added
Official notice AG 2026-04698(opens in a new tab) - 30 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Gabriel Espinoza
Chemical: Cadmium
Product as published: Knorr Teriyaki Noodles, UPC # 041000028021
Official notice AG 2026-04679(opens in a new tab) - 30 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Starport Foods - General Kung Pao Sauce
Official notice AG 2026-04678(opens in a new tab) - 25 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Blue Sky Forever
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Cassava Flour
Official notice AG 2026-04599(opens in a new tab) - 25 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Cadmium, Lead
Product as published: Beecher's Handmade Cheese Smoky Cauliflower Bisque
Official notice AG 2026-04584(opens in a new tab) - 25 Sep 2026Same type only
Firm: Environmental Health Advocates, Inc.
Chemical: not stated
Product as published: Spread The Love Unsalted Almond Butter , Spread The Love Unsalted Crunch Almond Butter
Official notice AG 2026-04576(opens in a new tab) - 22 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Somos Fajita Simmer Sauce
Official notice AG 2026-04538(opens in a new tab) - 20 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Cadmium, Lead
Product as published: Full Circle Organic Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce
Official notice AG 2026-04496(opens in a new tab) - 20 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: KOYO Organic Fine Udon Noodles
Official notice AG 2026-04486(opens in a new tab) - 18 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Environmental Health Advocates, Inc.
Chemical: Cadmium
Product as published: Kind Healthy Grains Cinnamon Oat Granola
Official notice AG 2026-04464(opens in a new tab) - 18 Sep 2026Same type only
Firm: Environmental Health Advocates, Inc.
Chemical: not stated
Product as published: Big Spoon Roasters Almond Butter with Wildflower Honey
Official notice AG 2026-04462(opens in a new tab) - 18 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Environmental Health Advocates, Inc.
Chemical: Cadmium
Product as published: Whole Foods Market Kitchens Red Lentil Dal & Spinach Soup
Official notice AG 2026-04456(opens in a new tab) - 14 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Consumer Protection Group, LLC
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Cup4Cup – Ancient Grains Flour
Official notice AG 2026-04426(opens in a new tab) - 12 Sep 2026Same type and chemical
Firm: Clean Product Advocates, LLC
Chemical: Lead
Product as published: Sun Noodle Kaedama Ramen Noodles
Official notice AG 2026-04385(opens in a new tab)