Final Supplement 509 Alaska Pollock Products
ID: 12-3J14-Notice-24-027Type: Special Notice
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AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL MARKETING SERVICEUSDA AMS 3J14WASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

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Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging (311710)

PSC

MEAT, POULTRY, AND FISH (8905)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b3a8d6200a7441bfa7c832bc803f1634/view
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    Special Notice: AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking Alaska Pollock Products through Supplement 509. This notice includes updates on label approval requirements, shipping temperature requirements, grade requirements, vendor quality assurance steps, and packaging requirements. The notice also includes the addition of projected net weights and count for entire delivery units and updated allergen statement requirements. Alaska Pollock Products are typically used for seafood product preparation and packaging.

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