For which regulation should you consult to determine damaged container suitability?

• A. FDA Packaging Standards
• B. Local health department policy
• C. N.J.A.C. 8:21-11
• D. EPA Regulations

Answer: (C)

You consult the state regulation that covers sanitation and packaging integrity for foods in NJ. N.J.A.C. 8:21-11 provides the official criteria for when a container is considered damaged and how to handle it, including whether a product can be used, rewrapped, or discarded. This is the authoritative source for evaluating damaged containers in practice.

Federal FDA packaging standards govern general packaging requirements but don’t specify the state-specific decision rules for damaged containers. Local health department policy can vary and isn’t a formal regulation to cite. EPA regulations deal with environmental protection topics and aren’t the source for determining container damage suitability.