FDA Canning Regulations
In addition, the firm must file a scheduled process with the FDA on Form FDA 2541a not later than 60 days after registration, and before packing any new product. Firms already registered and engaged in the processing of acidified foods need only file Form FDA 2541a, for each new acidified food in each container size.
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Background, discussion and recommendations on canning specific acidified canned food products. September 2010.
FDA requires processors of hermetically sealed acidified and low-acid foods to attend a Better Process Control School. Topics include thermal processing systems, acidification, sanitation, and container closure evaluation. Each processor must operate with a certified supervisor on hand at all times during processing. A list of upcoming Better Process Control Schools is maintained by the GMA Association of Food, Beverage and Consumer Products Companies.
