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Title 16 - Health and SafetyDepartment of Health and Social ServicesDivision of Public HealthHealth Systems Protection (HSP)State of Delaware Food CodeChapter 3 - FoodPart 3-3 - PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION AFTER RECEIVING
Subpart 3-302 - Preventing Food and Ingredient Contamination
Section 3-302.15 - Washing Fruits and Vegetables

16 Del. Admin. Code § 3-302.15

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Current through Register Vol. 27, No. 12, June 1, 2024
Section 3-302.15 - Washing Fruits and Vegetables
(A) Except as specified in ¶ (B) of this section and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the CONSUMER before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in READY-TO-EATform.
(B) Fruits and vegetables may be washed by using chemicals as specified under § 7-204.12.
(C) Devices used for on-site generation of chemicals meeting the requirements specified in 21 CFR 173.315, Chemicals used in the washing or to assist in the peeling of fruits and vegetables, for the washing of raw, whole fruits and vegetables shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Pf

16 Del. Admin. Code § 3-302.15

17 DE Reg. 1084( 5/1/2014) (Final)