Are there other requirements for low-acid canned foods and acidified foods besides establishment registration and process filing?
A. Yes, imported low-acid canned foods and acidified foods are subject to all of the requirements under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act. These laws require that foods be safe, clean, and wholesome, and that labeling be honest and informative. The processing of low-acid canned foods must comply with the requirements of the Good Manufacturing Practice regulations (21 CFR Part 113). The processing of acidified foods must comply with the requirements of the Good Manufacturing Practice regulations (21 CFR Part 114).
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