21 CFR 179.30 - Radiofrequency radiation for the heating of food, including microwave frequencies.

Regulations last checked for updates: Nov 22, 2024

Title 21 - Food and Drugs last revised: Nov 19, 2024

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§ 179.30 - Radiofrequency radiation for the heating of food, including microwave frequencies.

Radiofrequency radiation, including microwave frequencies, may be safely used for heating food under the following conditions:

(a) The radiation source consists of electronic equipment producing radio waves with specific frequencies for this purpose authorized by the Federal Communications Commission.

(b) The radiation is used or intended for use in the production of heat in food wherever heat is necessary and effective in the treatment or processing of food.

authority: 21 U.S.C. 321,342,343,348,373,374

source: 42 FR 14635, Mar. 15, 1977, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 21 CFR 179.30