Current through August 26, 2024
(1) CHEESE HOOPS.
Cheese hoops shall be of the correct size and shape, so that cheese which is
molded in the hoop conforms to the weight and size standards specified under s.
ATCP 81.30(2).
(2) NEW CHEESE BOXES. All cheese boxes or
containers shall be securely nailed or bound together so that they are strong
enough to carry the weight of the cheese the box or container is designed to
carry. Cheese boxes and containers shall conform to all of the following
requirements:
(a) The dimensions of the box
or container shall be adequate to enable easy entry and removal of the cheese
while conforming the finished product to the weight and size standards of s.
ATCP 81.30(2). The container shall
thoroughly envelop and protect the cheese.
(b) All cheese boxes shall be clean and free
of insects or other forms of contamination prior to sale or use.
(c) Boxes manufactured from wood or veneer
shall be constructed of commercially dry materials and contain not more than
18% moisture prior to sale or use as a receptacle for cheese.
(d) Scale boards may not contain in excess of
18% moisture.
(e) The name and
address of the manufacturer shall be plainly stamped, impressed or labeled in
type at least 1/4 inch high on the body of all boxes or containers manufactured
for use as a receptacle or container for cheese.
(3) USED CHEESE BOXES.
(a) Before being reused as cheese containers,
all previously used boxes shall be reconditioned as necessary, and shall be
thoroughly cleaned. Reused boxes shall be free from adhering material,
objectionable odors, mold, or other unsanitary conditions.
(b) Used wood or veneer boxes shall meet the
moisture requirements of new boxes under sub. (2) (c) at the time of
reuse.
(c) Before a cheese box is
reused to contain cheese, all markings other than the designation of the
original manufacturer shall be completely obliterated or removed from the
box.
(4) BARRELS.
Barrels used for marketing or transporting barrel cheese shall be free of
liquids or excess moisture, and shall be covered with full, removable covers
which are securely jacketed and sealed.
(5) OTHER BOXES OR CONTAINERS.
(a) The department may authorize the
temporary experimental use of a new type of box or container which deviates
from the requirements or standards under this section, to determine whether it
is suitable for use in containing or shipping of cheese. If a new experimental
container is found to be satisfactory, the department may authorize its
continued or general use. Department approval may be withdrawn if an
experimental box or container is found to be unsatisfactory.
(b) If shipping materials or containers
conform to standards adopted by the United States department of agriculture for
the marketing and transporting of cheese, those materials or containers are
also deemed to comply with this section.
