Filth adulteration - Article adulterated when introduced into and while in interstate commerce, within the meaning of U.S.C. *E-mail* or FAX the following information to CFSAN/Office of *Compliance*/Division of Enforcement (HFS-605) and await reply before proceeding:ġ. Seizures of these products must be discussed with U.S.D.A.

Pitted Prunes - Examination of a minimum of 50 prunes from each of 10 subs from each code, or from the lot if no codes are present, by microanalytical manual method M13K3 shows the following:Īn average of 2% or more by count of prunes with whole pits and/or pit fragments 2mm or longer įour or more of the 10 subs examined contain 2% or more prunes by count with whole pits and/or pit fragments 2 mm or longer. Dried and Dehydrated Low Moisture Prunes - The average of the subsamples is 5 percent or more by count insect infested, moldy or decomposed, dirty and/or otherwise unfit prunes.Ģ. NOTE: Examine a minimum of ten subsamples.ġ. One cup prunes contains 1274 mg of potassium, which prevents muscle cramps, and 12 grams of fiber to relieve constipation.The following represents the criteria for direct reference seizure *requests to the Office of Human and Animal Food Operations (OHAFO) in consultation with the Office of Enforcement and Import Operations (OEIO) and CFSAN, and for direct citation by the appropriate Field Office within the Human and Animal Food Program*:.NOTE: If you do not have constipation and just like the taste of stewed prunes, you may add 1/8 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the prunes mixture before cooking (Cinnamon, oranges, and prunes pair well together.) However, do not add the cinnamon if you are using this for constipation because cinnamon is used as a natural cure for diarrhea and will have the opposite effect of a laxative.HINT: This remedy should work within 24 hours and can be safely eaten as often and as long as needed.

Transfer hot prunes and syrup to a bowl.If there is a lot of liquid remaining, simmer, uncovered, for a few minutes until sauce reduces. Prunes will absorb most of the water, and the remaining water will thicken into a consistency of syrup.Bring to boil, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes. In a small saucepan, place prunes, water, and orange juice.

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