N.J. Admin. Code § 17:30-11.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 17:30-11.3 - Cannabis manufacturer equipment

(a) A cannabis manufacturer shall possess equipment of appropriate design and capacity to the type of manufacturing performed, which shall be suitably located to facilitate operations for the intended use, cleaning, and maintenance of the equipment.

(b) Equipment surfaces that contact ingredients shall not be reactive, additive, or adsorptive, such that those surfaces could alter the safety, identity, strength, quality, and purity of the cannabis product.

(c) Equipment used in manufacturing cannabis products shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each use, and, when necessary, prior to use, in order to prevent cross-contamination of ingredients and preparations.

(d) Equipment used in manufacturing cannabis products shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross-contamination of ingredients and preparations.

(e) Automated, mechanical, or electronic equipment may be used in manufacturing cannabis products. All equipment utilized in manufacturing cannabis products shall be inspected, maintained, and validated at appropriate intervals, consistent with manufacturer's recommendations, to ensure the accuracy and reliability of equipment performance.

(f) Equipment used in manufacturing ingestible products shall comply with kitchen-related health and safety standards of the local jurisdiction and the New Jersey Department of Health standards at NJ.A.C. 8:24, as applicable. Additionally, a manufacturer that manufactures ingestible products shall obtain all necessary Food Protection Manager Certifications consistent with the requirements of the New Jersey Department of Health at https://www.nj.gov/health/ceohs/phfpp/retailfood/index.shtml.

N.J. Admin. Code § 17:30-11.3

Adopted by 53 N.J.R. 1583(a), effective 8/19/2021

Amended by 55 N.J.R. 402(a), effective 3/6/2023

Amended by 56 N.J.R.2091(d), effective 10/21/2024