Cal. Food and Agricultural Code - FAC § 26801. Section 26801.
Unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions in this article govern the construction of this chapter.
ARTICLE 1. Definitions [26801. - 26803.]
Cal. Food and Agricultural Code - FAC 1.
in effectCal. Food and Agricultural Code - FAC § 26802. Section 26802.
“Poultry” means domesticated fowl which is intended for use for human food. It includes chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, and other domesticated birds.
Cal. Food and Agricultural Code - FAC § 26803. Section 26803.
“Spoilage retardant compound” means any compound, drug, or antibiotic which is added to poultry meat which retards or limits spoilage. Seasonings, spices, or flavorings, such as salt or smoke, are not chemical preservatives.
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