California Code of Regulations
Title 14 - Natural Resources
Division 7 - Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery
Chapter 4 - Resource Conservation Programs
Article 8 - Sustainable Packaging for the State of California
Section 17989.3 - Reusable Food Service Packaging Criteria

Universal Citation: 14 CA Code of Regs 17989.3

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024

(a) A food service packaging item is "reusable" and shall be included on the List if the department determines that it meets the requirements of Section 17989.2 and satisfies either of the following criteria:

(1) The item maintains its shape, structure, and function after 780 cycles in a cleaning and sanitizing process as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 114101 and 114099.7, respectively, as demonstrated by test results from an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory; or

(2) The manufacturer of the food service packaging item provides an express, written warranty to purchasers of the item that it will remain reusable for its intended purpose for a minimum of one year or else the manufacturer will take back and replace the item at the manufacturer's expense.

1. New section filed 12-6-2021; operative 12-6-2021 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2021, No. 50). Filing deadline specified in Government Code section 11349.3(a) extended 60 calendar days pursuant to Executive Order N-40-20 and an additional 60 calendar days pursuant to Executive Order N-71-20.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 40401, 40502 and 42370.2, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 42370.2 and 42370.3, Public Resources Code.

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