FSIS Issues Staff Directive on Labeling Verification for Imported Meat, Poultry & Egg
The Food Safety and Inspection Service issued directive 9900.5 to its import inspection personnel for conducting label verification procedures on imported meat, poultry, and egg products. The instructions for Canadian shipment and nutritional labeling verification are revised for clarity, and…
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the section on un-marked carcasses, primal parts, and other products identified for further processing (Intended Use) is also revised. The directive said it incorporates instructions related to the Public Health Information System (PHIS). FSIS’ directive, which replaces FSIS Directive 9500.3 dated 02/02/10, is not effective until May 29, 2012.