Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL
Chapter 348 - POULTRY SLAUGHTER AND PROCESSING WITH GROWER/PRODUCER EXEMPTION
Section 001-348-9 - Labeling
Universal Citation: 01 ME Code Rules ยง 001-348-9
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
1. Retail product sold directly to household consumers must bear a label with the following information on each individual package:
i. Name, address and zip
code of Grower/Producer,
ii. Common
name of the product
iii. Net
weight
iv. Lot number
v. Safe handling instructions to include:
"Keep refrigerated or frozen. Thaw in refrigerator or microwave. Keep raw poultry separate from other foods. Wash working surfaces, including cutting boards, utensils, and hands after touching raw poultry. Cook thoroughly to an internal temperature of at least 165°F maintained for at least 15 seconds. Keep hot foods hot. Refrigerate leftovers immediately or discard."
vi.
Maine Grower/Producer license number
vii. A statement that says: "Exempt under 22
M.R.S. section 2517-CNOT INSPECTED"
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