576.031 Labeling. - Florida Statutes

576.031 Labeling.

   (1) Any fertilizer distributed in this state in containers shall have placed on or affixed to the immediate and outside container a label setting forth in clearly legible and conspicuous form the following information:

   (a) The brand and grade.

   (b) The guaranteed analysis.

   (c) The name and address of the licensee.

   (d) The net weight.

   (e) The sources from which the nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are derived.

   (f) The sources of secondary plant nutrients and micro plant nutrients if guaranteed, claimed, or advertised.

   (2) If distributed in bulk, five labels containing the information required in paragraphs (1)(a)-(f) shall accompany delivery and be supplied to the purchaser at time of delivery with the delivery ticket which shall show the certified net weight.

   (3) Each label of fertilizer shall bear the Florida license number.

   (4) The form of the label shall be prescribed by rule.

History. s. 1, ch. 65-348; ss. 14, 35, ch. 69-106; ss. 3, 19, ch. 92-143; ss. 3, 11, ch. 97-6.