Section 10-804 - Labeling and markings. - Maryland Statutes

§ 10-804. Labeling and markings.
 

(a)  Information required on packages.- No person may pack, sell, offer to sell, possess, or transport any apples in closed packages not properly designated with respect to the following: 

(1) A grade standard, as provided in this subtitle; 

(2) The variety; 

(3) The minimum size; 

(4) A count or quantity declaration; and 

(5) The name and address of the packer or distributor. 

(b)  Designations to be plainly marked.- The designation shall be shown plainly and conspicuously on each package. However, in any transparent consumer pack, a stuffer may be used for markings and placed inside the package in a manner that is plainly readable. 

(c)  Used packages.- When apples are packed in a used package, any marking pertaining to the previous contents of the package not applicable to the new contents shall be obliterated and the required declarations under this subtitle shall be made. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 97, §§ 39, 40; 1973, 1st Sp. Sess., ch. 6, § 1.]