PURPOSE: This proposed amendment provides updated labeling requirements. This proposed amendment also amends the title of the chapter and purpose by removing the word retail.
PURPOSE: This rule provides regulations for the proper labeling of Grade "A" raw milk or milk products.
(1) All containers shall be plainly labeled Grade "A" Raw with the name of the contents, net volume of contents, plant number, and the name and address of the producer-distributor. Label must include "WARNING: This product has not been pasteurized and, therefore, may contain harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness in children, the elderly, and persons with weakened immune systems." AUTHORITY: section 196.939, RSMo 2000.* Original rule filed June 20, 1973, effective June 30, 1973. Amended: Filed July 24, 2012, effective Jan. 30, 2013. Amended by Missouri Register April 15, 2021/Volume 46, Number 08, effective 5/31/2021*Original authority: 196.939, RSMo 1972, amended 1993, 1994, 1995.