Packaging Materials Listed in 21 CFR 179.45 for Use During Irradiation of Prepackaged Foods
April 2007
| 21 CFR Reference | Packaging Materials | Max Dose [kGy] |
|---|---|---|
| Section 179.45(b) | Nitrocellulose-coated cellophane | 10 |
| Glassine paper | 10 | |
| Wax-coated paperboard | 10 | |
| Polyolefin film | 10 | |
| Kraft paper | 0.5 | |
| Polyethylene terephthalate film (basic polymer) | 10 | |
| Polystyrene film | 10 | |
| Rubber hydrochloride film | 10 | |
| Vinylidene chloride-vinyl chloride copolymer film | 10 | |
| Nylon 11 [polyamide-11] | 10 | |
| Section 179.45(c) | Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer | 30 |
| Section 179.45(d) | Vegetable parchment | 60 |
| Polyethylene film (basic polymer) | 60 | |
| Polyethylene terephthalate film | 60 | |
| Nylon 6 [polyamide-6] | 60 | |
| Vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymer film | 60 |
Note: Additional packaging materials for use during irradiation of prepackaged food are listed in the Threshold of Regulation Exemptions or Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substances