Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: October 10, 2024) |
Title 40 - Protection of Environment |
Chapter I - Environmental Protection Agency |
SubChapter E - Pesticide Programs |
Part 185 - TOLERANCES FOR PESTICIDES IN FOOD |
Subpart B - Food Additives Permitted in Food for Human Consumption |
§ 185.1700 - Diatomaceous earth.
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The food additive diatomaceous earth may be safely used in accordance with the following conditions. Application shall be limited solely to spot and/or crack and crevice treatments in food processing and food storage areas in accordance with the prescribed conditions:
(a) It is used or intended for use for control of insects in food processing and food storage areas:
Provided, That the food is removed or covered prior to such use.(b) To assure safe use of the insecticide, its label and labeling shall conform to that registered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and it shall be used in accordance with such label and labeling.