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Last Update: 5/6/15
16-450-005 Definitions.
16-450-010 Controlled atmosphere designation.
16-450-012 Identification of controlled atmosphere fruits and vegetables.
16-450-014 Requirements for controlled atmosphere fruit and vegetables entering commercial trade.
16-450-020 Controlled atmosphere licensing requirements.
16-450-028 Controlled atmosphere facility operator requirements.
16-450-041 Controlled atmosphere requirements.
16-450-042 Controlled atmosphere requirements for Bartlett pears.
16-450-044 Controlled atmosphere requirements for winter pears.
16-450-060 Controlled atmosphere requirements for apples.
16-450-005
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-005, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-005, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]
16-450-010
Controlled atmosphere designation.
Fruits and vegetables may be designated controlled atmosphere when they have been stored in a licensed CA storage and have met all the provisions of this chapter. In conjunction with certification by the director that all requirements have been met, all containers or subcontainers will be marked with the letters CA or similar designation, as well as a state lot identification number.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-010, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-010, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]
16-450-012
Identification of controlled atmosphere fruits and vegetables.
(1) The designation "CA" or words "controlled atmosphere" can only be used on containers or subcontainers of fruits or vegetables that comply with the requirements of this chapter.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-012, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-012, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]
16-450-014
Requirements for controlled atmosphere fruit and vegetables entering commercial trade.
(1) Controlled atmosphere (CA) fruits or vegetables must enter commercial trade channels within two weeks following CA certification.
(2) If CA fruits and vegetables are not shipped within two weeks after initial certification, they must obtain a new CA certification to qualify for an additional two-week shipping period.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-014, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-014, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]
16-450-020
Controlled atmosphere licensing requirements.
(1) Any person operating a controlled atmosphere storage must obtain a license from the department.
(2) To apply for an annual controlled atmosphere operator license, AGR form 6074 must be completed and submitted to the department.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-020, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-020, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]
16-450-028
Controlled atmosphere facility operator requirements.
(1) Every licensed operator must submit to WSDA a signed, completed form containing the following information:
(a) Location of the storage facility;
(d) Quantity of loose or packed fruit or vegetables in the room identified by variety.
(2) Every licensed operator must, at least once a day, record the following information on a form approved by the director:
(a) The percentage of carbon dioxide and oxygen inside the sealed storage room;
(b) The temperature inside the sealed storage room; and
(c) The time and date readings were recorded for both the air components and temperatures.
(3) The director has the authority to audit and report the results of the controlled atmosphere records.
(4) For auditing purposes, all licensed operators must notify WSDA before they open a controlled atmosphere storage room and before any controlled atmosphere storage fruit or vegetable is packed.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-028, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-028, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]
16-450-041
Controlled atmosphere requirements.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-041, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15.]
16-450-042
Controlled atmosphere requirements for Bartlett pears.
Bartlett pears must comply with the requirements in chapter 15.30 RCW, this chapter and the following additional condition and maturity requirements:
(1) Be no further advanced in maturity than "mostly hard—some firm."
(2) Not exceed an average of two percent decay or breakdown.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-042, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-042, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]
16-450-044
Controlled atmosphere requirements for winter pears.
All winter pear varieties must comply with the requirements in chapter 15.30 RCW, this chapter and the following additional condition and maturity requirements:
(1) No more than two percent decay;
(2) No more than two percent scald; and
(3) A five percent maximum aggregate for all condition factors including cork.
(4) No more than five percent must be advanced in maturity beyond "firm."
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-044, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-044, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]
16-450-060
Controlled atmosphere requirements for apples.
Apples must meet U.S. condition standards for export as stated in the United States standards of grades for apples, 7 C.F.R. Sections 51.300 – 321 (January 1, 2014).
[Statutory Authority: RCW 15.30.050 and chapter 34.05 RCW. WSR 15-10-091, § 16-450-060, filed 5/6/15, effective 6/6/15. Statutory Authority: Chapters 15.17 and 34.05 RCW. WSR 04-05-117, § 16-450-060, filed 2/18/04, effective 3/20/04.]