21 CFR 1250.32 - Food-handling operations.

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 12, 2026

Title 21 - Food and Drugs last revised: Dec 18, 2026

§ 1250.32 - Food-handling operations.

(a) All food-handling operations shall be accomplished so as to minimize the possibility of contaminating food, drink, or utensils.

(b) The hands of all persons shall be kept clean while engaged in handling food, drink, utensils, or equipment.

authority: 42 U.S.C. 216,243,264,271

source: 40 FR 5624, Feb. 6, 1975, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 21 CFR 1250.32