Egg Inspections (Quality)
Egg Inspections (Quality)
The quality inspections on eggs is to ensure that the public receives a product that is fresh, clean and of good quality.
The Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act 119 of 1990), states that certain agricultural products:
- must be sold according to the prescribed class and grade;
- must comply with the prescribed standards regarding the quality thereof, or class or grade thereof.
The Regulations regarding Control over the Sale of Eggs makes provision for:
- Sizing and grading
- Container and outer containers
- Marking requirements
- Sampling and examination
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the inspections take place?
Inspections relating to the quality of eggs will take place at producers, re-packers, pack houses, distribution centers and retailers.
Who conducts the inspections?
Food Safety Agency has been assigned to conduct inspections under the APS Act and the Egg Regulation.