§189.250. Mercaptoimidazoline and 2-mercaptoimidazoline.
21 C.F.R. § 189.250
Mercaptoimidazoline and 2-mercaptoimidazoline both have the molecular formula C3H6N2S. They are synthetic chemicals not found in natural products and have been used in the production of rubber articles that may come into contact with food.
Food containing any added or delectable levels of these substances is deemed to be adulterated in violation of the act based upon an order published in the Federal Register of November 30, 1973 (38 FR 33072).
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Source
Source: 42 FR 14659, Mar. 15, 1977, unless otherwise noted. Redesignated at 69 FR 42273, July 14, 2004.
Authority
Authority: 21 U.S.C. 321, 342, 348, 371, 381.
Source
Source: 42 FR 14659, Mar. 15, 1977, unless otherwise noted.