Which regulation is applicable to labeling meat and poultry products for consumers?

• A. 21 CFR Part 101
• B. 9 CFR Part 381
• C. 21 CFR Part 170
• D. 9 CFR Part 416

Answer: (B)

Labeling meat and poultry products for consumers is governed by the agency that regulates these products, and the rule that covers labeling, marking, and container requirements is 9 CFR Part 381. This regulation specifically sets what must appear on labels for meat and poultry—things like product identity, ingredients, net weight, the establishment number, and any required statements such as safe handling instructions. General food labeling for other foods is handled by FDA under 21 CFR Part 101, and sanitation or HACCP requirements for meat and poultry facilities are addressed in other parts (not labeling). So for consumer labeling of meat and poultry, the applicable regulation is the one that directly addresses labeling within the meat and poultry framework.