Sec. 550.500 Lingon Berries, Canned - Adulteration by Insects (CPG 7110.15)
REGULATORY ACTION GUIDANCE:
The following represents the criteria for direct reference seizure to Division of
Compliance Management and Operations (HFC-210) and for direct citation by the District
Offices:
Of a minimum of 12 subsamples examined:
The canned lingon berries contain an average of 3 or more larvae per pound (net
weight).
REMARKS:
Seizures of these products must be discussed with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
EMS or FAX the following information to *CFSAN/Office of Field Programs/Division of
Enforcement (HFS-605)* and await reply before proceeding:
Sample Number Date of Shipment
Article Involved Dealer
Amount of Lot Shipper
Codes Analytical Conclusions
SPECIMEN CHARGE:
Article adulterated when introduced into and while in interstate commerce within the
meaning of 21 U.S.C. 342(a)(3) in that it consists wholly or in part of a filthy substance
by reason of the presence therein of insects.
*Material between asterisks is new or revised*
Issued: 10/1/80
Revised: 3/95