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California · Through 2026-09-13

HSC § 114133

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Where this section sits in the code
  1. Health and Safety Code - HSC
  2. DIVISION 104. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH [106500. - 119406.]
  3. PART 7. CALIFORNIA RETAIL FOOD CODE [113700. - 114437.]
  4. CHAPTER 6. Equipment, Utensils, and Linens [114130. - 114185.5.]
  5. ARTICLE 1. Design and Construction [114130. - 114145.]

(a) Except as specified in subdivision (b), copper and copper alloys such as brass may not be used in contact with a food that has a pH below six, such as vinegar, fruit juice, or wine, or for a fitting or tubing installed between a backflow prevention device and a carbonator.

(b) Copper and copper alloys may be used in contact with beer brewing ingredients that have a pH below six in the prefermentation and fermentation steps of a beer brewing operation, such as a brewpub or microbrewery.

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