PDFWAC 16-450-014

Requirements for controlled atmosphere fruit and vegetables entering commercial trade.

(1) Controlled atmosphere (CA) fruits or vegetables must enter commercial trade channels within two weeks following CA certification.
(2) If CA fruits and vegetables are not shipped within two weeks after initial certification, they must obtain a new CA certification to qualify for an additional two-week shipping period.
(3) If identification of a previously certified lot can be maintained, a new state lot identification number is not required.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-014, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-014, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]