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Virginia regulations · Through 2026 Regular Session (effective July 1, 2026)

12VAC5-421-400: Shucked shellfish, packaging, and identification

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  1. Title 12. Health
  2. Agency 5. Department of Health
  3. Chapter 421. Food Regulations
  4. Part III. Food
  5. Article 2. Sources, Specifications, and Original Containers and Records

A. Raw shucked shellfish shall be obtained in nonreturnable packages that bear a legible label that identifies :Pf

1. The name, address, and certification number of the shucker-packer, or repacker of the molluscan shellfish;Pf and

2. The "sell by" or "best if used by" date for packages with a capacity of less than 64 fluid ounces (1.89L) or the date shucked for packages with a capacity of 64 fluid ounces (1.89L) or more.Pf

B. A package of raw shucked shellfish that does not bear a label or that bears a label which does not contain all the information as specified under subsection A of this section shall be subject to a hold order, as allowed by law, or seizure and destruction in accordance with 21 CFR 1240.60(d), Subpart D.

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