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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 6Ch. 11Art. 3§ 113260 Frozen Food Warning Label

§ 113260 Frozen Food Warning Label

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§ 113260 Frozen Food Warning Label

Key Takeaways

  • •Frozen food packages must have a warning label.
  • •The label must say to keep the food frozen until you're ready to use it.
  • •The label must also say not to heat the food before opening it.

Example

You buy a frozen lasagna at the store.

The box must have a warning that says 'Keep frozen until ready to use' and 'Do not heat before opening'. This is so you know how to handle it safely.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 113260 Frozen Food Warning Label

The container shall bear a suitable legend to warn consumers that the product must be kept frozen until ready for use and that the contents should not be heated before opening. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

containerlegendkept frozennot be heated before opening

Related Statutes

  • § 103300 Amending Vital Record Information
  • § 103305 Amendment Handling Procedure
  • § 113250 Low Acid Frozen Food
  • § 113255 Low Acid Frozen Food Packaging
  • § 113265 Low Acid Food Freezing Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 113260.
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