Where can consumers obtain interpretations of product codes?
Consumers can obtain interpretations of product codes only from a products manufacturer. Currently, there are no standardized or uniform requirements in Colorado for manufacturers to use when coding most products. Therefore, product codes are generally developed independently by each manufacturer to meet their individual companys needs. The exceptions to this are baby formula, bottled water, and low-acid canned foods, which, under the law, must have lot codes. However, lot coding on all other food products is completely voluntary and is developed at the manufacturers discretion.
