California Code of Regulations
Title 3 - Food and Agriculture
Division 3 - Economics
Chapter 1 - Fruit and Vegetable Standardization
Subchapter 4 - Fresh Fruits, Nuts and Vegetables
Article 7 - Apples
Section 1400.4 - Apples, Properly Matured Defined

Universal Citation: 3 CA Code of Regs 1400.4
Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024

"Properly matured" means that the apple, at the time it was taken from the tree, had reached that stage of minimum maturity, based upon the known and defined factors of maturity, which ensures palatability and proper completion of the ripening process.

1. Renumbering and amendment of Section 1400.14 to Section 1400.4 and renumbering and amendment of former Section 1400.4 to Section 1400.5 filed 6-5-81; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 81, No. 23). For history of former Section 1400.4, see Register 75, No. 4.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 407 and 42684, Food and Agricultural Code. Reference: Section 42941, Food and Agricultural Code.

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