California · Food and Agricultural Code - FAC

FAC §42511: “Lidded container” and “closed container” are synonymous and, unless otherwise specifically defined in this part, mean any container of which 40 percent or more of the opening is covered by any materi

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This statute defines 'lidded container' and 'closed container' as synonymous terms, meaning any container with at least 40 percent of its opening covered by material.

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“Lidded container” and “closed container” are synonymous and, unless otherwise specifically defined in this part, mean any container of which 40 percent or more of the opening is covered by any material in the form of a lid, cover, or wrapping of any kind.

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