Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 10, 2026

Title 9 - Animals and Animal Products last revised: Jan 28, 2026
§ 311.24 - Hogs affected with tapeworm cysts.

Carcasses of hogs affected with tapeworm cysts (Cysticercus cellulosae) may be passed for cooking, unless the infestation is excessive, in which case the carcass shall be condemned.

authority: 21 U.S.C. 601-695; 7 CFR 2.17, 2.55
source: 35 FR 15569, Oct. 3, 1970, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 9 CFR 311.24