Code of Colorado Regulations
1200 - Department of Agriculture
1202 - Inspection and Consumer Services Division
8 CCR 1202-16 - RULES PERTAINING TO POULTRY PROCESSING
Part 9 - Poultry Labeling Requirements for Licensed Poultry Producers who Process less than 20,000 Birds per Calendar Year

Universal Citation: 1200 CO Code Regs 9

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 17, September 10, 2024

9.1. A licensee who sells processed poultry to individuals and retail food establishments must label the poultry with the following information:

9.1.1. The statement, "Exempt- P.L. 90-492";

9.1.2. A description of the poultry or poultry products, including species and quantity;

9.1.3. The statement, "This poultry product is exempt from USDA inspection and cannot be sold outside the state of Colorado. This poultry product was processed in a facility that is licensed by the Colorado Department of Agriculture";

9.1.4. A safe handling instructions statement that includes the following text:

Safe Handling Instructions:

Some food products may contain bacteria that could cause illness if the product is mishandled or cooked improperly. For your protection, follow these safe handling instructions:

Keep refrigerated or frozen. Thaw in refrigerator or microwave.

Keep raw meat and poultry separate from other foods.

Wash working surfaces (including cutting boards), utensils, and hands after touching raw meat or poultry.

Cook thoroughly to 165° F internal temperature.

Keep hot foods hot. Refrigerate leftovers immediately or discard.

9.1.5. A pack or processing date; and

9.1.6. The name and address of the business as it appears on the Colorado Department of Agriculture custom exempt meat processor license.

9.2. Any poultry product sold by weight or other measurement must comply with the statutory requirements found in the Measurement Standards Act of 1983, § 35-14-101 C.R.S., et.seq.

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