21 C.F.R. Subpart C—Antioxidants and Stabilizers
Title 21 - Food and Drugs
The substances listed in paragraph (b) of this section may be safely used as antioxidants and/or stabilizers in polymers used in the manufacture of articles or components of articles intended for use in producing, manufacturing, packing, processing, preparing, treating, packaging, transporting, or holding food, subject to the provisions of this section: (a) The quantity used shall not exceed the amount reasonably required to accomplish the intended technical effect. (b) List of substances: [42 FR 14609, Mar. 15, 1977] Editorial Note: For 4-Hydroxymethyl-2,6-di-tert-butyl-phenol may be safely used as an antioxidant in articles intended for use in contact with food, in accordance with the following prescribed conditions: (a) The additive has a solidification point of 140°–141 °C. (b) The concentration of the additive and any other permitted antioxidants in the finished food-contact article does not exceed a total of 0.5 milligram per square inch of food-contact surface. The organotin chemicals identified in paragraph (a) of this section may be safety used alone or in combination, at levels not to exceed a total of 3 parts per hundred of resin, as stabilizers in vinyl chloride homopolymers and copolymers complying with the provisions of §177.1950 or §177.1980 of this chapter and that are identified for use in contact with food of types I, II, III, IV (except liquid milk), V, VI (except malt beverages and carbonated nonalcoholic beverages), VII, VIII, and IX described in table 1 of §176.170(c) of this chapter, except for the organotin chemical identified in paragraph (a)(3) of this section, which may be used in contact with food of types I through IX at temperatures not exceeding 75 °C (167 °F), and further that the organotin chemicals identified in paragraphs (a) (5) and (6) of this section may be used in contact with food of types I through IX at temperatures not exceeding 66 °C (150 °F), conditions of use D through G described in table 2 of §176.170(c) of this chapter, and further that dodecyltin chemicals identified in paragraph (a)(7) of this section which may be used in contact with food of types I, II, III, IV (except liquid milk), V, VI (except malt beverages and carbonated nonalcoholic beverages), VII, VIII, and IX described in table 1 of §176.170(c) of this chapter at temperatures not exceeding 71 °C (160 °F), in accordance with the following prescribed conditions: (a) For the purpose of this section, the organotin chemicals are those listed in paragraphs (a) (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), and (7) of this section. (1) Di(n-octyl)tin S,S′-bis(isooctylmercaptoacetate) is an octyltin chemical having 15.1 to 16.4 percent by weight of tin (Sn) and having 8.1 to 8.9 percent by weight of mercapto sulfur. It is made from di(n-octyl)tin dichloride or di(n-octyl)tin oxide. The isooctyl radical in the mercaptoacetate is derived from oxo process isooctyl alcohol. Di(n-octyl)tin dichloride has an organotin composition that is not less than 95 percent by weight of di(n-octyl)tin dichloride and not more than 5 percent by weight of tri(n-octyl)tin chloride. Di(n-octyl)tin oxide has an organotin composition that is not less than 95 percent by weight of di(n-octyl)tin oxide and not more than 5 percent by weight of bis[tri(n-octyl)tin] oxide, and/or mono n-octyltin oxide. (2) Di(n-octyl) tin maleate polymer is an octyltin chemical having the formula [(C8H17)2SnC4H2O4]n (where n is between 2 and 4 inclusive), having 25.2 to 26.6 percent by weight of tin (Sn) and having a saponification number of 225 to 255. It is made from di(n-octyl)tin dichloride or di(n-octyl)tin oxide meeting the specifications prescribed for di(n-octyl) tin dichloride or di(n-octyl) tin oxide in paragraph (a)(1) of this section. (3) C (4) (n-Octyl)tin S,S′S″ tris(isooctyl-mercaptoacetate) is an octyltin chemical having the formula n-C8H17Sn(SCH2CO2C8H17)3 (CAS Reg. No. 26401–86–5) having 13.4 to 14.8 percent by weight of tin (Sn) and having 10.9 to 11.9 percent by weight of mercapto sulfur. It is made from (n-octyl)tin trichloride. The isooctyl radical in the mercaptoacetate is derived from oxo process isooctyl alcohol. The (n-octyl)tin trichloride has an organotin composition that is not less than 95 percent by weight of (n-octyl)tin trichloride and not more than 5 percent by weight of tri(n-octyl)tin chloride. (5) Bis(beta-carbobutoxyethyl)tin bis(isooctylmercaptoacetate) (CAS Reg. No. 63397–60–4) is an estertin chemical having 14.0 to 15.0 percent by weight of tin (Sn) and having 7.5 to 8.5 percent by weight of mercapto sulfur. It is made from bis(beta-carbobutoxyethyl)tin dichloride. The isooctyl radical in the mercaptoacetate is derived from oxo process primary octyl alcohols. The bis(beta-carbobutoxyethyl)tin dichloride has an organotin composition that is not less than 95 percent by weight of bis(beta-carbobutoxyethyl)tin dichloride and not more than 5 percent by weight of bis(beta-carbobutoxyethyltin trichloride. The triestertin chloride content of bis(beta-carbobutoxyethyltin) dichloride shall not exceed 0.02 percent. p (6) Beta-carbobutoxyethyltin tris(isooctylmercaptoacetate) (CAS Reg. No. 63438–80–2) is an estertin chemical having 13.0 to 14.0 percent by weight of tin (Sn) and having 10.5 to 11.5 percent by weight of mercapto sulfur. It is made from beta-carbobutoxyethyltin trichloride. The isooctyl radical in the mercaptoacetate is derived from oxo process primary octyl alcohol. The beta-carbobutoxyethyltin trichloride has an organotin composition that is not less than 95 percent by weight of beta-carbobutoxyethyltin trichloride and not more than 5 percent total of triestertin chloride and diestertin chloride. (7) The dodecyltin stabilizer is a mixture of 50 to 60 percent by weight of n-dodecyltin S,S′,S″-tris(isooctylmercaptoacetate) (CAS Reg. No. 67649–65–4) and 40 to 50 percent by weight of di(n-dodecyl)tin S,S′-di(isooctylmercaptoacetate) (CAS Reg. No. 84030–61–5) having 13 to 14 percent by weight of tin (Sn) and having 8 to 9 percent by weight of mercapto sulfur. It is made from a mixture of dodecyltin trichloride and di(dodecyl)tin dichloride which has not more than 0.2 percent by weight of dodecyltin trichloride, not more than 2 percent by weight of dodecylbutyltin dichloride and not more than 3 percent by weight of tri(dodecyl)tin chloride. The isooctyl radical in the mercaptoacetate is derived from oxo process primary octyl alcohols. (b) The vinyl chloride plastic containers, film or panels in the finished form in which they are to contact food, shall meet the following limitations: (1) The finished plastics intended for contact with foods of the types listed in this section shall be extracted with the solvent or solvents characterizing those types of foods as determined from table 2 of §176.170(c) of this chapter at the temperature reflecting the conditions of intended use as determined therein. Additionally, extraction tests for acidic foods shall be included and simulated by 3-percent acetic acid at temperatures specified for water in table 2 of §176.170(c) of this chapter. The extraction tests shall cover at least three equilibrium periodic determinations, as follows: (i) The exposure time for the first determination shall be at least 72 hours for aqueous solvents, and at least 6 hours for heptane. (ii) Subsequent determinations shall be at a minimum of 24-hour intervals for aqueous solvents, and 2-hour intervals for heptane. These tests shall yield total octylin stabilizers not to exceed 0.5 parts per million as determined by analytical method entitled “Atomic Absorption Spectrometric Determination of Sub-part-per-Million Quantities of Tin in Extracts and Biological Materials with Graphite Furnace,” Analytical Chemistry, Vol. 49, p. 1090–1093 (1977), which is incorporated by reference.Copies are available from the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (HFS–200), Food and Drug Administration, 5100 Paint Branch Pkwy., College Park, MD 20740, or available for inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.php. (iii) Subsequent determinations for the dodecyltin mixture described in paragraph (a)(7) of this section shall be at a minimum of 24-hour intervals for aqueous solvents and 2-hour intervals for heptane. These tests shall yield di(n-octyl)tin S,S′-bis(isooctylmercaptoacetate), or di(n-octyl)tin maleate polymer, or (C10-C16)-alkylmercaptoacetate reaction products with dichlorodioctylstannane and trichlorooctylstannane, or n-octyltin S,S′,S″-tris(isooctylmercaptoacetate), tris(isooctylmercaptoacetate) and di(n-dodecyl)tin bis(isooctylmercaptoacetate) or any combination thereof, not to exceed 0.5 parts per million as determined by an analytical method entitled “Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometric Determination of Sub-part-per-Million Quantities of Tin in Extracts and Biological Materials with Graphite Furnace,” Analytical Chemistry, Vol. 49, pp. 1090–1093 (1977), which is incorporated by reference in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a). The availability of this incorporation by reference is given in paragraph (b)(1)(ii) of this section. (2) In lieu of the tests prescribed in paragraph (b) (1) of this section, the finished plastics intended for contact with foods only of Types II, V, VI-A (except malt beverages), and VI-C may be end-tested with food-simulating solvents, under conditions of time and temperature, as specified below, whereby such tests shall yield the octyltin residues cited in paragraph (b)(1) of this section not in excess of 0.5 ppm: [42 FR 14609, Mar. 15, 1977, as amended at 47 FR 11847, Mar. 19, 1982; 48 FR 7170, Feb. 18, 1983; 48 FR 42972, Sept. 21, 1983; 48 FR 51612, Nov. 10, 1983; 49 FR 8432, Mar. 7, 1984; 50 FR 62, Jan. 2, 1985; 50 FR 3510, Jan. 25, 1985; 50 FR 37998, Sept. 19, 1985; 50 FR 47212, Nov. 15, 1985; 54 FR 24898, June 12, 1989]
Title 21: Food and Drugs
PART 178—INDIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES: ADJUVANTS, PRODUCTION AIDS, AND SANITIZERS
Subpart C—Antioxidants and Stabilizers
§ 178.2010 Antioxidants and/or stabilizers for polymers.
------------------------------------------------------------------------ Substances Limitations------------------------------------------------------------------------N-n-Alkyl-N[prime]- For use only: (carboxymethyl)-N,N[prime]- 1. As component of nonfood articles trimethylenediglycine; the complying with §§ 175.105 alkyl group is even numbered in and 177.2600 of this chapter. the range C14-C18 and the 2. At levels not to exceed 1.35 nitrogen content is in the percent by weight of natural rubber, range 5.4-5.6 weight percent. butadiene-acrylonitrile, butadiene- acrylonitrile-styrene, and butadiene- styrene polymers that are used in contact with nonalcoholic food at temperatures not to exceed room temperature and that are employed in closure-sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter or in coatings complying with § 175.300, § 176.170, or § 175.320 of this chapter. The average thickness of such coatings and closure-sealing gaskets shall not exceed 0.004 inch.Alkylthiophenolics:............. For use only:1. Acid-catalyzed condensation 1. At levels not to exceed 2 percent reaction products of 4- by weight of adhesives complying with nonylphenol, formaldehyde, and § 175.105 of this chapter, of 1-dodecanethiol (CAS Reg. No. pressure-sensitive adhesives 164907-73-7).. complying with § 175.125 of this chapter, and of rubber articles complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter.2. Acid-catalyzed condensation 2. Do. reaction products of branched 4- nonylphenol, formaldehyde, and 1-dodecanethiol (CAS Reg. No. 203742-97-6)..p-tert-Amylphenolformaldehyde For use only at levels not to exceed resins produced when one mole 2.1 percent by weight of polyamide of p-tert-amylphenol is made to resins that are: react under acid conditions 1. Derived from dimerized vegetable with one mole of formaldehyde. oil acids (containing not more than 20 percent of monomer acids) and ethylenediamine. 2. Used in compliance with regulations in parts 174, 175, 176, 177, 178 and § 179.45 of this chapter.1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, For use only at levels not to exceed bis[2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-6-[[3- 0.075 percent by weight of olefin (1,1-dimethylethyl)-2-hydroxy-5- polymers complying with § methylphenyl]methyl]-4-methyl- 177.1520 of this chapter. phenyl]ester (CAS Reg. No. 57569-40-1).2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-4,6- For use only: bis(1-methyl-1- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent phenylethyl)phenol (CAS Reg. by weight of polyethylene phthalate No. 70321-86-7). polymers complying with § 177.1630 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 3.0 percent by weight of polycarbonate resins complying with § 177.1580 of this chapter.2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1, For use only at levels not to exceed 1, 3, 3-tetramethylbutyl) 0.5 percent by weight of phenol (CAS Reg. No. 3147-75-9). polycarbonate resins complying with § 177.1580 of this chapter: Provided, That the finished resins contact food only under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2-[4,6-Bis(2,4-dimethylphenyl)- For use only: 1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]-5- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent (octyloxy)phenol (CAS Reg. No. by weight of olefin polymers 2725-22-6).. complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter in contact with food types I, II, IV-B, VI, VII-B, and VIII described in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under conditions of use D through G as described in § 176.170(c), table 2, of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of polypropylene complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1a, 1.2, and 1.3 in contact with food under conditions of use A through H as described in § 176.170(c), table 2, of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.04 percent by weight of polyethylene and olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.1c, 3.2a, and 3.2b having a minimum density of 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter, in contact with food under conditions of use A through H as described in § 176.170, table 2, of this chapter provided that the finished articles used in contact with fatty food types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX as described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter hold a minimum of 2 gallons (7.6 liters) of food. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.4 percent by weight of ethylene copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.1c, 3.2a, and 3.2b, having a density of less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter, in contact with food under conditions of use B through H, as described in § 176.170(c), table 2, of this chapter provided that the finished articles used in contact with fatty food types III, IV- A, V, VII-A, and IX hold a minimum of 5 gallons (18.9 liters) of food. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.04 percent by weight of polyethylene having a density of less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter, and olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.3a, 3.3b, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4, 5, and 6, in contact with food under conditions of use D through G as described in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 2, provided that the finished articles used in contact with fatty food types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX hold a minimum of 5 gallons (18.9 liters) of food.β, 3(or 4)- For use only: Bis(octadecylthio)cyclohexyleth 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent ane (CAS Reg. No. 37625-75-5); by weight of all polymers for use in CAS synonym: 1-[(beta- contact with foods of Types I, II, IV- (octadecylthio)ethyl]-3(or 4)- B, VI, VII-B, and VIII under (octadecylthio)cyclohexane. conditions of use B through H as described in tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of polyolefins complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter, for use in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX under conditions of use C through G as described in tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Bis(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4- For use only: piperidinyl) sebacate (CAS Reg. 1. In adhesives complying with § No. 52829-07-9). 175.105 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of pressure-sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter.Bis(2,4-di-tert-butyl-6- For use only: methylphenyl) ethyl phosphite 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent (CAS Reg. No. 145650-60-8). by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter. The finished polymers may only be used with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII, and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of propylene polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 3.2b, 3.4, or 3.5, or 3.1a (where the density of this polymer is at least 0.85 gram per cubic centimeter and less than 0.91 gram per cubic centimeter). The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of high-density ethylene polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, or 3.6 (where the density of each of these polymers is at least 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter), or 5. The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use C (maximum temperature 70 °C) through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. Provided, that the finished food contact articles have a volume of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons). 4. At levels not to exceed 0.01 percent by weight of low-density ethylene polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, 3.4, 3.5, or 3.6 (where the density of each of these polymers is less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter). The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. Provided, that the average thickness of such polymers in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 0.001 inch.1,2-Bis(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4- For use only: hydroxyhydrocinnamoyl)- 1. As provided in § 175.105 of hydrazine (CAS Reg. No. 32687- this chapter. 78-8). 2. At levels not exceeding 0.1 percent by weight of acrylonitrile-butadiene- styrene copolymers used in accordance with parts 175, 176, 177, and 181 of this chapter. 3. At levels not exceeding 0.1 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene copolymers complying with § 177.2470 of this chapter and of polyoxymethylene homopolymers complying with § 177.2480 of this chapter.2,6-Bis(1-methylheptadecyl)-p- For use only at levels not exceeding cresol. 0.3 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, or 4. The average thickness of such polymers in the form in which they contact fatty food or food containing more than 8 percent of alcohol shall not exceed 0.004 inch.3,9-Bis[2,4-bis(1-methyl-1- For use only: phenylethyl)phenoxy]-2,4,8,10- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.15 tetraoxa-3,9- percent by weight of all polymers, diphosphaspiro[5.5]undecane except as specified below. (CAS Reg. No. 154862-43-8), 2. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent which may contain not more than by weight of polycarbonate resins 2 percent by weight of complying with § 177.1580 of triisopropanolamine (CAS Reg. this chapter. No. 122-20-3). 3. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of polyetherimide resins complying with § 177.1595 of this chapter.5,7-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3- For use only: hydroxy-2(3H)-benzofuranone, 1. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent reaction products with o-xylene by weight of olefin polymers (CAS Reg. No. 181314-48-7). complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter. The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, Table 1, under Categories I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII, and under conditions of use B through H described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.02 percent by weight of: (a) Propylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 3.1a, 3.2a, 3.2b, 3.4, or 3.5. The finished polymer may only be used in contact with food of types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, Table 1, under Categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use B through H described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; or (b) Ethylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, or 3.6 (where the density of each of these polymers is at least 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter), or 5. The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, Table 1, under Categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use B through H described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; provided that the finished food-contact articles have a volume of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons). 3. At levels not to exceed 0.02 percent by weight of ethylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, 3.4, 3.5, or 3.6 (where the density of each of these polymers is less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter). The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, Table 1, under Categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use B through H described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; provided that the average thickness of such polymers in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 50 micrometers (0.002 inch).3,9-Bis[2-{3-(3-tert-butyl- For use only: 4-hydroxy-5- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent methylphenyl)propionyloxy}- by weight of polypropylene complying 1,1-dimethylethyl]-2,4,8,10- with § 177.1520(c), item 1.1 of tetraoxaspiro[5.5]undecane (CAS this chapter. The finished polymer is Reg. No. 90498-90-1). to be used in contact with food only under conditions of use D through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of polyethylene complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 2.1, provided that the polymer has a minimum density of 0.94 grams per cubic centimeter and is used in contact with food only under conditions of use D through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 3.1, and 3.2, where the copolymers complying with items 3.1 and 3.2 contain not less than 85 weight percent of polymer units derived from propylene. The finished polymer is to be used in contact with food of types I, II, IV- B, VI-A, VI-B, VI-C, VII-B, and VIII under conditions of use A through H described in tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.4-[[4,6-Bis(octylthio)-s-triazin- For use only: 2-yl]amino]-2,6-di-tert- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent butylphenol (CAS Reg. No. 991- by weight: in styrene block 84-4). copolymers complying with § 177.1810 of this chapter; in rosins and rosin derivatives complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(v) of this chapter; in can end cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(xxxi) of this chapter; in side seam cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(xxxii) of this chapter; in petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins and terpene resins complying with § 175.320(b)(3) of this chapter; in rosin and rosin derivatives complying with § 176.170(a)(5) of this chapter; in petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins or their hydrogenated products complying with § 176.170(b)(2) of this chapter; in terpene resins complying with § 175.300(b)(2)(xi) of this chapter, when such terpene resins are used in accordance with § 176.170(b)(1) of this chapter; in resins and polymers complying with § 176.180(b) of this chapter; in closures with sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter; in petroleum hydrocarbon resin and rosins and rosin derivatives complying with § 178.3800(b) of this chapter; and in reinforced wax complying with § 178.3850 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of the finished cellophane complying with § 177.1200 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight in polystyrene and rubber- modified polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter: Provided, That the finished polystyrene and rubber-modified polystyrene polymer contact food only under conditions of use B through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 4. In adhesives complying with § 175.105 of this chapter; in pressure- sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter; and as provided in § 177.2600 of this chapter.4,4[prime]-Bis(α,α- For use at levels not to exceed 0.3 dimethylbenzyl)diphenylamine percent by weight of polypropylene (CAS Reg. No. 10081-67-1). complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter. The polypropylene articles are limited to use in contact with non-fatty foods only.Boric acid (CAS Reg. No. 10043- For use only at levels not to exceed 35-3). 0.16 percent by weight of ethylene- vinyl acetate-vinyl alcohol copolymers complying with § 177.1360(a)(3) and (d) of this chapter.1,3-Butanediol..................Butylated reaction product of p- For use only: cresol and dicyclopentadiene 1. As components of nonfood articles produced by reacting p-cresol complying with §§ 175.105 and dicyclopentadiene in an and 177.2600(c)(4)(iii) of this approximate mole ratio of 1.5 chapter. to 1, respectively, followed by 2. At levels not to exceed 1.0 percent alkylation with isobutylene so by weight of acrylonitrile/butadiene/ that the butyl content of the styrene copolymers. The finished final product is not less than copolymers may be used in contact 18 percent. with food of Types I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII under conditions of use B through H, as described in tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and with food of Types III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII- A, and IX under conditions of use C through G as described in tables 1 and 2 of § 176. 170(c) of this chapter.Butylated, styrenated cresols For use only: produced when equal moles of 1. As provided in §§ 175.105 isobutylene, styrene, and a and 177.2600 of this chapter. metacresol-paracresol mixture 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent having a no more than 3 °C by weight of polystyrene, rubber- distillation range including modified polystyrene, or olefin 202 °C are made to react so polymers complying with § that the final product meets 177.1520 (c) of this chapter, items the following specifications: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, Not less than 95 percent by 3.2, 3.3, or 4, or complying with weight of total alkylated other sections in parts 174, 175, phenols consisting of 13-25 176, 177, 178 and § 179.45 of percent by weight of butylated this chapter, used in articles that m- and p-cresols, 26-38 percent contact food only unded the by weight of styrenated m- and conditions described in § p-cresols, 37-49 percent by 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 2, weight of butylated styrenated under conditions of use C through G. m- and p-cresols, and not more than 10 percent by weight total of alkylated xylenols, alkylated o-cresol, alkylated phenol, and alkylated ethylphenol; acidity not more than 0.003 percent; and refractive index at 25 °C of 1.5550-1.5650, as determined by ASTM method D1218-82, ``Standard Test Method for Refractive Index and Refractive Dispersion of Hydrocarbon Liquids,'' which is incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the American Society for Testing Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Dr., West Conshohocken, Philadelphia, PA 19428-2959, or may be examined at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http:// www.archives.gov/ federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.php..2-tert-Butyl-a(3-tert-butyl-4- For use only: hydroxyphenyl)-p-cumenyl bis(p- 1. As components of nonfood articles nonylphenyl) phosphite; the complying with §§ 175.105 nonyl group is a propylene and 177.2600 of this chapter. trimer isomer and the 2. At levels not to exceed 1.35 phosphorus content is in the percent by weight of natural rubber, range 3.8-4.0 weight percent. butadiene-acrylonitrile, butadiene- acrylonitrile-styrene, and butadiene- styrene polymers that are used in contact with nonalcoholic food at temperatures not to exceed room temperature and that are employed in closure-sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter or in coatings complying with § 175.300, § 175.320, or § 176.170 of this chapter. The average thickness of such coatings and closure-sealing gaskets shall not exceed 0.004 inch.2-(3[prime]-tert-Butyl-2[prime]- For use only at levels not to exceed hydroxy-5[prime]-methyl-phenyl)- 0.5 percent by weight of olefin 5-chlorobenzotriazole with a polymers complying with § melting point of 137-141 °C. 177.1520(c) of this chapter, provided that the finished polymer contacts foods only of the types identified in Categories I, II, IV-B, VI-A and B, VII-B, and VIII in table 1, § 176.170 of this chapter.4,4[prime]-Butylidenebis(6-tert- For use only. butyl-m-cresol). 1. As provided in §§ 175.105 and 177.2600 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polypropylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter and for use at levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of polyethylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter, provided that the finished polypropylene and polyethylene contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, VI-B, and VIII.Butyric acid, 3,3-bis(3-tert- For use only: butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)ethylene 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent ester (CAS Reg. No. 32509-66-3). by weight of olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1 and 3.2 except that when used in contact with foods described as types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, the olefin copolymers may only be used under conditions of use E, F, and G set forth in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 1.1, 3.1, or 3.2 (where the copolymers complying with items 3.1 and 3.2 contain not less than 85 weight-percent of polymer units derived from propylene). 3. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, and 3.2.Calcium benzoate................Calcium bis[monoethyl(3,5-di- For use only: tert-butyl-4-hydroxy- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.25 benzyl)phosphonate] (CAS Reg. percent by weight of polypropylene No. 65140-91-2). that complies with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of polyethylene and olefin copolymers that comply with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, and 3.6. Finished polymers having a density less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter shall be used in contact with food only under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. In adhesives complying with § 175.105 of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of pressure-sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of rosins and rosin derivatives complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(v) of this chapter. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of can end cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(xxxi) of this chapter. 7. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of side seam cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(xxxii) of this chapter. 8. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins complying with § 175.320(b)(3) of this chapter. 9. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of rosin and rosin derivatives complying with § 176.170(a)(5) of this chapter; and petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins, or the hydrogenated product thereof, complying with § 176.170(b)(2) of this chapter. 10. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of resins and polymers used as components of paper and paperboard in contact with dry food in compliance with § 176.180 of this chapter. 11. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of closures with sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter. 12. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of the finished rubber article complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter. 13. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of petroleum hydrocarbon resin and rosins and rosin derivatives complying with § 178.3800(b). 14. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of reinforced wax complying with § 178.3850. 15. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of polyethylene phthalate polymers, complying with § 177.1630 of this chapter. Provided, that the finished polymers contact food only under conditions of use B through H described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Calcium myristate...............Calcium ricinoleate............. For use only at levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene copolymer as provided in § 177.2470(b)(1) of this chapter.Calcium stearate................Carbethoxymethyl diethyl At levels not to exceed 0.07 percent phosphonate (CAS Reg. No. 867- by weight of polyethylene phthalate 13-0). polymers complying with § 177.1630 of this chapter.Cerium stereate (CAS Reg. No. For use only at levels not to exceed 10119-53-6). 0.5 percent by weight in rigid and semirigid vinyl chloride homo- and copolymer articles modified in accordance with § 178.3790(b)(1) of this chapter that contact food under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Cupric acetate and lithium For use at levels not exceeding 0.025 iodide. percent cupric acetate and 0.065 percent lithium iodide by weight of nylon 66 resins complying with § 177.1500 of this chapter; the finished resins are used or are intended to be used to contain foods during oven baking or oven cooking at temperatures above 250 °F. The average thickness of such resins in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 0.0012 inch.Cuprous iodide.................. For use at levels not exceeding 0.01 percent cuprous iodide by weight of nylon 66T resins complying with § 177.1500 of this chapter; the finished resins are used or are intended to be used to contain foods during oven baking or oven cooking at temperatures above 250 °F. The average thickness of such resins in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 0.001 inch.Cuprous iodide and cuprous For use at levels not exceeding 0.0025 bromide. percent cuprous iodide and 0.0175 percent cuprous bromide by weight of nylon 66 resins complying with § 177.1500 of this chapter; the finished resins are used or are intended to be used to contain foods during oven baking or oven cooking at temperatures above 250 °F. The average thickness of such resins in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 0.0015 inch.Cyanoguanidine.................. For use only at levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene copolymer as provided in § 177.2470(b)(1) of this chapter.Cyclic neopentanetetrayl For use only at levels not to exceed bis(octadecyl phosphite) (CAS 0.1 percent by weight of ethylene- Reg. No. 3806-34-6); the vinyl acetate copolymers complying phosphorus content is in the with § 177.1350 of this chapter range of 7.8 to 8.2 weight that contact food under conditions of percent. use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Cyclic neopentanetetrayl For use only: bis(octadecyl phosphite) (CAS 1. At levels not to exceed 0.25 Reg. No. 3806-34-6) (which may percent by weight of olefin polymers contain not more than 1 percent complying with § 177.1520(c) of by weight of this chapter, items 1.1, 2.1, and triisopropanolamine (CAS Reg. 3.1. No. 122-20-3)); the phosphorus 2. At levels not to exceed 0.25 content is in the range of 7.8 percent by weight of olefin polymers to 8.2 weight percent. complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 2.2, that contact food Types I, II, VI-A, VII-B, and VIII described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter under conditions of use B (for boil-in-bag applications), C, D, E, F, G, and H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.15 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520, items 1.1 and 3.2, that contact food Types I, II, VI-A, VII-B, and VIII described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter under conditions of use B (for boil-in-bag applications), C, D, E, F, G, and H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.20 percent by weight of polystyrene and/ or rubber modified polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter that contact food under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.4,4[prime]-Cyclohexylidenebis(2- For use only at levels not to exceed cyclohexylphenol). 0.1 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, or 4: Provided, That the finished polymers contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, IV-B, VI, VII- B, and VIII.Dicetyl thiodipropionate having The concentration of this additive and a melting point of 59°-62 any other permitted antioxidants in °C as determined by ASTM the finished food-contact article method E324-79, ``Standard Test shall not exceed a total of 0.5 Method for Relative Initial and milligram per square inch of food- Final Melting Points and the contact surface. Melting Range of Organic Chemicals,'' and a saponification value in the range 176-183 as determined by ASTM method D1962-67 (Reapproved 1979), ``Standard Test Method for Saponification Value of Drying Oils, Fatty Acids, and Polymerized Fatty Acids,'' which are incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the American Society for Testing Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Dr., West Conshohocken, Philadelphia, PA 19428-2959, or may be examined at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/ federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.php..Didodecyl- 1,4-dihydro-2,6- For use only at levels not to exceed dimethyl-3,5- 0.3 percenmt by weight in rigid pyridinedicarboxylate (CAS Reg. polymer articles modified in No. 36265-41-5). accordance with § 178.3790 that contact food, under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170 of this chapter.2,6-Di(α-methyl benzyl)-4- For use only at levels not to exceed methyl phenol [Chemical 0.2 percent by weight of olefin Abstracts Service Registry No. polymers complying with item 3.4 in 1817-68-1]. § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, provided that such olefin polymers are limited to use at a level not to exceed 25 percent by weight in other olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter; and the total amount in such finished olefin polymers not to exceed 0.05 percent by weight, including the level that may be contributed by its presence at 6 percent in the item ``butylated, styrenated cresols * * * '' listed in this paragraph; and further provided that the finished olefin polymers are intended for contact with foods, except those containing more than 8 percent alcohol.2,4-Dimethyl-6-(1- For use only: methylpentadecyl)phenol (CAS 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent Reg. No. 134701-20-5). by weight of acrylonitrile-butadiene- styrene copolymers used in accordance with applicable regulations in parts 175, 176, 177, and 181 of this chapter, under conditions of use C through H as described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.033 percent by weight of rigid polyvinyl chloride, under conditions of use A through H as described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Dimethyl succinate polymer with For use only: 4-hydroxy-2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-1- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent piperidineethanol (CAS Reg. No. by weight of olefin polymers 65447-77-0). complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers complying with § 177.1350 of this chapter and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Dimethyltin/monomethyltin For use only at levels not to exceed 2 isooctylmercaptoacetates percent by weight: consisting of 5 to 90 percent 1. In rigid polyvinyl chloride used in by weight of monomethyltin tris the manufacture of pipes intended for (isooctylmercaptoacetate) (CAS contact with water in food-processing Reg. No. 54849-38-6) or plants, and monomethyltin tris(2- 2. In rigid polyvinyl chloride and in ethylhexylmercaptoacetate) (CAS rigid vinyl chloride copolymers Reg. No. 57583-34-3) and 10 to complying with § 177.1950 of 95 percent by weight of this chapter or § 177.1980 of dimethyltin bis this chapter for use in contact with (isooctylmercaptoacetate) (CAS food of Types I, II, III, IV (except Reg. No. 26636-01-1) or liquid milk), V, VI, VII, VIII, and dimethyltin bis(2- IX described in table 1 of § ethylhexylmercaptoacetate) (CAS 176.170(c) of this chapter under Reg. No. 57583-35-4), and no conditions of use C through G more than 0.4 percent by weight described in table 2 of § of trimethyltin compounds, and 176.170(c) of this chapter at having the following temperatures not to exceed 88 °C specifications: Tin content (as (190 °F). Sn) in the range of 15 to 21 percent and mercaptosulfur content in the range of 11 to 13.5 percent. Other alkyltin compounds are not to exceed 20 ppm.Dimyristyl thiodipropionate Finished food-contact articles having a melting point of containing this additive shall meet 48°-52 °C as determined the extractives limitations by ASTM method E324-79, prescribed in § 176.170(c) of ``Standard Test Method for this chapter. Relative Initial and Final Melting Points and the Melting Range of Organic Chemicals,'' and a saponification equivalent in the range 280-290 as determined by ASTM method D1962- 67 (Reapproved 1979), ``Standard Test Method for Saponification Value of Drying Oils, Fatty Acids, and Polymerized Fatty Acids,'' which are incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the American Society for Testing Materials, 1916 Race St., Philadelphia PA 19103, or may be examined at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/ federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.php..Di(n-octyl)tin bis(2-ethylhexyl For use only at levels not to exceed maleate) [CAS Reg. No. 10039-33- 0.5 percent by weight of 5] having 12.5 to 15.0 percent acrylonitrile copolymers complying by weight of tin (Sn) and with §§ 177.1020 and having a saponification number 177.1030 of this chapter and used in of 260 to 280. The additive is contact with all food types under made from di(n-octyl)tin oxide conditions of use C through G meeting the specifications of described in table 2 of § § 178.2650(a)(1). 176.170(c) of this chapter.N,N[prime]-Diphenylthiourea..... For use only: 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polyvinyl chloride and/ or vinyl chloride copolymers complying with § 177.1980 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of vinyl chloride-vinyl acetate copolymers containing not more than 20 molar percent of vinyl acetate.2-(4,6-Diphenyl-1,3,5-triazin-2- For use only yl)-5-hexyloxy)phenol (CAS Reg. 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent No. 147315-50-2). by weight of polycarbonate resins complying with § 177.1580 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polyester elastomers complying with § 177.1590 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polyethylene phthalate polymers complying with § 177.1630 of this chapter, in contact with food under conditions of use A through H described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-ethylphenol. For use only in contact with nonalcoholic foods: 1. At levels not exceeding 0.04 mg/in \2\ of food contact surface and not exceeding 0.1 percent by weight in ethylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3; § 177.1340; and § 177.1350 of this chapter. The average thickness of such polymers and copolymers in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 0.0025 in. 2. At levels not exceeding 0.04 mg/in \2\ of food contact surface in ethylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3; § 177.1340; and § 177.1350 of this chapter. The average thickness of such polymers and copolymers in the form in which they contact food shall be greater than 0.0025 in but shall not exceed 0.025 in.3,5-Di-tert-butyl-4- For use only: hydroxyhydrocinnamic acid 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent triester with 1,3,5-tris(2- by weight of polypropylene complying hydroxyethyl)-s-triazine-2,4,6- with § 177.1520 of this chapter (1H,3H,5H)-trione (CAS Reg. No. in articles that contact food not in 34137-09-2). excess of high temperature heat- sterilized condition of use A described in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 2. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polyethylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter in articles that contact food not in excess of high temperature heat- sterilized condition of use A described in 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 2. 3. In adhesives complying with § 175.105 of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, and 4.0. 5. At levels not to exceed 2 percent by weight of polyester elastomers, complying with § 177.1590 of this chapter, in contact with dry food only, and finished rubber articles for repeated use, complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter, in contact with all foods, at temperatures not to exceed 150 °F.Di-tert-butyl-m-cresyl For use only: phosphonite condensation 1. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent product with biphenyl (CAS Reg. by weight of olefin polymers No. 178358-58-2) produced by complying with § 177.1520(c) of the condensation of 4,6-di-tert- this chapter, items 1.1, 2.1, 2.2, butyl-m-cresol with the Friedel- 3.1(a), 3.1(b), 3.2(a), or 3.2(b). Crafts addition product (phosphorus trichloride and biphenyl) so that the food additive has a minimum phosphorus content of 5.0 percent.Di-tert-butylphenyl phosphonite For use only: condensation product with 1. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent biphenyl (CAS Reg. No. 119345- by weight of olefin polymers 01-6) produced by the complying with § 177.1520(c) of condensation of 2,4-di-tert- this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, butylphenol with the Friedel- 3.2b, 3.3a, 3.3b, 3.4, 3.5, and 3.1a Crafts addition product (where the density is not less than (phosphorus trichloride and 0.85 gram per cubic centimeter and biphenyl) so that the food not more than 0.91 gram per cubic additive has a minimum centimeter); and 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, phosphorus content of 5.4 3.1b, 3.2a, and 3.6 (where the percent, an acid value not density is not less than 0.94 gram exceeding 10 mg KOH/gm, and a per cubic centimeter) and 5. melting range of 85 °C to 2. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent 110 °C (185 °F to 230 by weight of polycarbonate resins °F). complying with § 177.1580 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of polystyrene and 0.3 percent by weight of rubber-modified polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.15 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, 3.4, 3.5, and 3.6 (where the polyethylene component has a density less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter). 5. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of repeated use rubber articles complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter.2,4-Di-tert-butylphenyl-3,5-di- For use only: tert-butyl-4-hydroxy-benzoate 1. At levels not to exceed 0.6 percent (CAS Reg. No. 4221-80-1). by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 1.1: (1) when used in single-use articles that contact food of types I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI- B, VII-B, and VIII, identified in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; and (2) when used in repeated-use articles that contact food of types I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, and IX identified in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. The additive is used under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of olefin polymers having a density of not less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter and complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, and 3.2: (1) when used in single-use articles that contact food of types I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII, identified in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; and (2) when used in repeated-use articles that contact food of types I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, and IX identified in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. The additive is used under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2,4-Di-tert-pentyl-6-[1-(3,5-di- For use only: tert-pentyl-2- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent hydroxyphenyl)ethyl]phenyl by weight of polypropylene complying acrylate (CAS Reg. No. 123968- with § 177.1520 of this chapter 25-2). in contact with food under conditions of use D through G as described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, except that polypropylene containing the additive at levels not to exceed 0.075 percent by weight may contact food under conditions of use A through H described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 1.0 percent by weight of of styrene block polymers complying with § 177.1810 of this chapter. The additive is used under conditions of use D through G as described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 1.0 percent by weight of polystyrene and rubber modified polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter in contact with food under conditions of use D through G as described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.N,N[Prime]-1,2-Ethanediylbis[N- For use only: [3-[[4,6-bis[butyl(1,2,2,6,6- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.06 pentamethyl-4- percent by weight of olefin polymers piperidinyl)amino]-1,3,5- complying with § 177.1520(c) of triazin-2-yl]amino]propyl]- this chapter, items 1.1a, 1.1b, 1.2, N[prime],N[Prime]-dibutyl- or 1.3. The finished polymers may N[prime],N[Prime]-bis(1,2,2,6,6- only be used in contact with food of pentamethyl-4-piperidinyl)- the Types III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, 1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triamine] and IX as described in table 1 of (CAS Reg. No. 106990-43-6). § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and under conditions of use A through H as described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.08 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter. The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of the Types I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII as described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and under conditions of use A through H as described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Ethylenebis(oxyethylene)-bis-(3- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent tert-butyl-4-hydroxy-5- by weight of polystyrene and/or methylhydrocinnamate) (CAS Reg. rubber modified polystyrene polymers No. 36443-68-2). complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of acrylonitrile-butadiene- styrene copolymers used in accordance with applicable regulations in parts 175, 176, 177, and 181 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.75 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene copolymers used in accordance with § 177.2470 of this chapter. The finished articles shall not be used for foods containing more than 15 percent alcohol. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene homopolymers used in accordance with § 177.2480 of this chapter. The finished articles shall not be used for foods containing more than 15 percent alcohol. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of rigid vinyl chloride plastics prepared from vinyl chloride homopolymers and/or vinly chloride copolymers used in accordance with a prior sanction or applicable regulations in parts 175, 176, and 177 of this chapter. The vinyl chloride copolymers shall contain not less than 50 weight percent of total polymer units derived from vinyl chloride. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of vinylidene chloride homopolymers and/or vinylidene chloride copolymers used in accordance with a prior sanction or applicable regulations in parts 175, 176, and 177 of this chapter. The vinylidene chloride copolymers shall contain not less than 50 weight percent of total polymer units derived from vinylidene chloride. 7. In adhesives used in accordance with § 175.105 of this chapter.2,2[prime]-Ethylidenebis(4,6-di- For use only: tert-butylphenol) (CAS Reg. No. 1. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent 35958-30-6). by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 3.1, or 3.2 (where the polymers complying with items 3.1 and 3.2 contain primarily polymer units derived from propylene). 2. At levels not to exceed 0.05 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 2.1, 2.2, or 2.3. The finished polymers are to be used only under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.075 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 2.1, 2.2, or 2.3 (where the density of each of these polymers is not less than 0.94 g/cc) and item 3.1 or 3.2 (where each of these polymers contains primarily polymer units derived from ethylene). 4. At levels not to exceed 0.05 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, or 4. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of ethylene vinyl acetate copolymers complying with § 177.1350 of this chapter and under conditions of use C through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of rigid or semirigid polyvinyl chloride and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 7. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of acrylonitrile-butadiene- styrene copolymers containing less than 30 percent by weight of acrylonitrile and under conditions of use D through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 8. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter and under conditions of use D through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 9. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of rubber-modified polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter. 10. In adhesives complying with § 175.105 of this chapter.2,2[prime]-Ethylidenebis(4,6-di- For use only: tert- 1. As provided in § 175.105 of butylphenyl)fluorophosphonite this chapter. (CAS Reg. No. 118337-09-0). 2. In all polymers used in contact with food of types I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII, under conditions of use B through H described in Tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter at levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of polymers. 3. In polypropylene complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 1.1, in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX, under: (a) Conditions of use B through H described in Tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter at levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of the polymer; or (b) Condition of use A, limited to levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of the polymer; provided that the food-contact surface has an average thickness not exceeding 375 micrometers (0.015 inch). 4. In olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1a or 3.2a, and containing not less than 85 percent by weight of polymer units derived from propylene, in contact with food of types III, IV- A, V, VII-A, and IX, and under: (a) Conditions of use C through G, described in Tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, limited to levels no greater than 0.2 percent by weight of the copolymers; or (b) Conditions of use A, B, and H, limited to levels no greater than 0.1 percent by weight of the olefin copolymers; provided that the food- contact surface has an average thickness not exceeding 375 micrometers (0.015 inch). 5. In olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.2 or 1.3 in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX, under conditions of use A through H, described in Tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter at levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of the polymers; provided that the food-contact surface has an average thickness not exceeding 375 micrometers (0.015 inch). 6. In polyethylene complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1 or 2.2, having a density of not less than 0.94, in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX, and under: (a) Conditions of use B through H, described in Tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter limited to levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of the polymers; or (b) Condition of use A, described in Tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, limited to levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of the polymer; provided that the food-contact surface has an average thickness not exceeding 125 micrometers (0.005 inch). 7. In olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, or 3.2b, containing not less than 85 percent by weight of polymer units derived from ethylene and having a density of not less than 0.94, in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX, and under: (a) Conditions of use C through G, described in Tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter limited to levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of the copolymers; or (b) Conditions of use A, B, and H, limited to levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of the copolymers; provided that the food-contact surface has an average thickness not exceeding 125 micrometers (0.005 inch). 8. In olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, or 3.2b containing not less than 85 percent by weight of polymer units derived from ethylene, in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX, under conditions of use A through H, as described in Tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter at levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of the copolymer; provided that the food-contact surface has an average thickness not exceeding 75 micrometers (0.003 inch). 9. In polyethylene phthalate polymers complying with § 177.1630 of this chapter in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under: (a) Conditions of use B through H, described in tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, limited to levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of the polymers; or (b) Condition of use A with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX, and limited to levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of the polymers; provided that the film thickness does not exceed 875 micrometers (0.035 inch).Hexadecyl 3,5-di-tert-butyl-4- For use only at levels not to exceed hydroxybenzoate (CAS Reg. No. 0.5 percent by weight of olefin 67845-93-6). polymers complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter.Hexamethylenebis (3,5-di-tert- For use only: butyl-4-hydroxyhydrocinnamate) 1. As provided in § (CAS Reg. No. 35074-77-2). 177.2470(b)(1) and § 177.2480(b)(1) of this chapter. 2. In adhesives complying with § 175.105 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in pressure-sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in can end cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(xxxi) of this chapter. 5. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in side seam cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(xxxii) of this chapter. 6. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins, polyamide resins, and terpene resins complying with § 175.320 of this chapter. 7. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in rosin and rosin derivatives when used in accordance with § 176.170(a)(5) of this chapter. 8. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins or their hydrogenated products complying with § 176.170(b)(2) of this chapter. 9. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in terpene resins complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(xi) of this chapter, when such terpene resins are used in accordance with § 176.170(b)(1) of this chapter. 10. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in resins and polymers authorized for use in accordance with § 176.180 of this chapter. 11. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in closures with sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter. 12. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in rubber articles intended for repeated use complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter. 13. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in petroleum hydrocarbon resin and rosins and rosin derivatives used in accordance with § 178.3800 of this chapter. 14. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight in reinforced wax complying with § 178.3850 of this chapter.N,N[prime]-Hexamethylenebis (3,5- For use only: di-tert-butyl-4- 1. At levels not to exceed 1 percent hydroxyhydrocinnamamide) (CAS by weight of nylon resins complying Reg. No. 23128-74-7). with § 177.1500(b) of this chapter, items 1 through 8, that contact food only of the types identified in categories in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1 except VI-A and VI-C. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.75 percent by weight of nylon 12 resins complying with § 177.1500(b) of this chapter, item 9, that contact food only of the types identified in categories in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, except VI-A and VI-C. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.6 percent by weight of polyester resins complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(vii) of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.6 percent by weight of closures with sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.6 percent by weight of repeated use rubber articles complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene copolymer complying with § 177.2470 of this chapter. 7. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene homopolymer complying with § 177.2480 of this chapter.1,6-Hexanediamine, N, N[prime]- For use only as a stabilizer at levels bis(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4- not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight piperidinyl)-, polymers with of olefin polymers complying with morpholine-2,4,6-trichloro- § 177.1520(c) of this chapter. 1,3,5-triazine reaction The finished polymers are to contact products, methylated (CAS Reg. food only under conditions of use C, No. 193098-40-7). D, E, F, and G, as described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. Provided that the finished food-contact articles have a volume of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons).1,6-Hexanediamine, N,N'- For use only: bis(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent piperidinyl)-, polymer with by weight of propylene polymers and 2,4,6-trichloro-1,3,5-triazine, copolymers complying with § reaction products with N-butyl- 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1-butanamine and N-butyl- 1.1, 1.2, 3.1a, 3.2a, 3.2b, 3.4, or 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4- 3.5. The finished polymers may piperidinamine (CAS Reg. No. contact food only of the types 192268-64-7). identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under categories I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII, and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of propylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 3.1a, 3.2a, 3.2b, 3.4, or 3.5. The finished polymers may contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of ethylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, or 3.6 (where the density of each of these polymers is at least 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter), or 5. The finished polymers may contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under categories I, II, IV- B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII, and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.05 percent by weight of ethylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, or 3.6 (where the density of each of these polymers is at least 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter), or 5. The finished polymers may contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of ethylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, 3.4, 3.5, or 3.6 (where the density of each of these polymers is less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter), or 5. The finished polymers may contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under categories I, II, IV- B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII, and under conditions of use C through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.01 percent by weight of ethylene polymers and copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, 3.4, 3.5, or 3.6 (where the density of each of these polymers is less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter), or 5. The finished polymers may contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under categories III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII-A, and IX, and under conditions of use C through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2-Hydroxy-4-isooctoxy- For use only at levels not to exceed benzophenone. Chemical 0.5 percent by weight of olefin Abstracts (CA) name: Methanone, copolymers complying with § [2-hydroxy-4-(isooctyloxy) 177.1520(c) of this chapter: Items phenyl]phenyl; CA Registry No. 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 33059-05-1. 3.2, 3.3 or 4: Provided, That the finished polymer contacts food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, VII-B and VIII under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2(2[prime]-Hydroxy-5[prime]- For use only: methylphenyl)benzotriazole 1. As component of nonfood articles meeting the following complying with § 177.1010 of specification: melting point this chapter. 126° -132 °C 2. At levels not to exceed 0.25 (258.8° -269.6 °F) (CAS percent by weight of rigid polyvinyl Reg. No. 2440-22-4). chloride and/or rigid vinyl chloride copolymers complying with § 177.1980 of this chapter. 3. In polystyrene that complies with § 177.1640 of this chapter and that is limited to use in contact with dry food of Type VIII described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of polystyrene and/ or rubber-modified polystyrene polymers complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter intended to contact nonalcoholic food: Provided, That the finished basic rubber- modified polystyrene polymers in contact with fatty foods shall contain not less than 90 weight percent of total polymer units derived from styrene monomer. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polycarbonate resins complying with § 177.1580 of this chapter. Provided, That the finished polycarbonate resins contact food only of Types I, II, III, IV, V, VI-A, VI-B, VII, VIII, and IX identified in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter and under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of ethylene-1,4- cyclohexylene dimethylene terephthalate copolymers complying with § 177.1315 of this chapter and of ethylene phthalate polymers complying with § 177.1630 of this chapter and that contact food only under conditions of use D through G described in table 2, § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2-Hydroxy-4-n-octoxy- For use only at levels not to exceed benzophenone. 0.5 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, or 4: Provided, That the finished polymer contacts food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, IV-B, VII-B, and VIII , and under the conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.4,4[prime]- For use only at levels not exceeding Isopropylidenediphenol 1.0 percent by weight in rigid alkyl(C12-C15) phosphites; the polyvinyl chloride and/or rigid vinyl phosphorus content is in the chloride copolymers complying with range of 5.2-5.6 weight percent. §§ 177.1950, 177.1970 or 177.1980 of this chapter, and used in contact with food, except milk, only under the conditions described in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 2, under conditions of use D through G.Magnesium salicylate............ For use only in rigid polyvinyl chloride and/or in rigid vinyl chloride copolymers complying with § 177.1980 of this chapter: Provided, That total salicylates (calculated as the acid) do not exceed 0.3 percent by weight of such polymers.2-Methyl-4,6-bis- For use only: [(octylthio)methyl] phenol (CAS 1. In adhesives complying with § Reg. No. 110553-27-0). 175.105 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of can-end cements and side- seam cements complying with § 175.300(b)(xxxi) and (xxxii) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight of pressure sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter petrolium alicyclic hydrocarbon resins complying with § 176.170 of this chapter, resins and polymers complying with § 176.180 of this chapter, and closures with sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 1.7 percent by weight of the finished rubber products complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins complying with § 175.320 of this chapter; rubber-modified polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter; and petroleum hydrocarbon resins and rosins and rosins and rosin derivatives complying with § 178.3800 of this chapter. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of styrene block polymenrs complying with § 177.1810 of this chapter that contact food of Types I, II, IV-B, VI, VII-B, and VIII described in table 1, § 176.170(c) of this chapter, only under conditions of use C through H described in table 2, § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2,2[prime]-Methylenebis(4,6-di- For use only at levels not to exceed tert-butylphenyl)2-ethylhexyl 0.25 percent by weight of phosphite (CAS Reg. No. 126050- polypropylene complying with § 54-2). 177.1520 of this chapter. The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, IV-B, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII under conditions of use B through H described in table 2, § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and with food of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories III, IV-A, V, VI-A, VI-C, VII-A, and IX under conditions of use C through G described in table 2, § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2,2[prime]-Methylenebis (6-tert- For use only: butyl-4-ethylphenol). 1. In acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymers at levels not to exceed 0.6 percent by weight of the copolymer. 2. In semirigid and rigid acrylic and modified acrylic plastics complying with § 177.1010 of this chapter at levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of the plastic.4,4[prime]-Methylenebis (2,6-di- For use only: tert-butyl-phenol). 1. As provided in § 175.105 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of petroleum hydrocarbon resins used in compliance with regulations in parts 174, 175, 176, 177, 178 and § 179.45 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of terpene resins used in compliance with regulations in parts 174, 175, 176, 177, 178 and § 179.45 of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polyethylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter: Provided, That the polyethylene end product contacts foods only of the types identified in Categories I, II, IV-B, VI, VII-B, and VIII in table 1, § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polybutadiene used in rubber articles complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter: Provided, That the rubber end product contacts foods only of the types identified in Categories I, II, IV-B, VI, VII-B, and VIII in table 1, § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2,2[prime]-Methylenebis(4-methyl- For use only: 6-tert-butylphenol). 1. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with sec. 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, or 4 used in articles that contact food of the types identified in sec. 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, IV-B, VI, VII- B, and VIII. 2. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene copolymer as provided in sec. 177.2470(b)(1) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of polyoxymethylene homopolymer as provided in § 177.2480(b)(1) of this chapter.2,2[prime]-Methylenebis(4-methyl- For use only: 6-tert-butylphenol) 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent monoacrylate (CAS Reg. No. by weight of polystyrene and rubber- 61167-58-6). modified polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of styrene block ploymers complying with § 177.1810 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight of adhesives complying with § 175.105 of this chapter and pressure sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of acrylonitrile-butadiene- styrene copolymers that comply with § 177.1020 of this chapter when used in articles that contact food only under conditions of use E, F, and G as described in table 2, § 176.170 (c) of this chapter.2,2[prime]-Methylenebis[6-(1- For use only: methylcyclo-hexyl)-p-cresol]. 1. As provided in § 177.1210 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of polyethylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter: Provided, That the finished polyethylene contacts foods only of the type identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, VI-B, and VIII. 3. In polyethylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter: Provided, That the finished polyethylene contacts foods only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories III, IV, V, VI-A, VII, and IX, and only at temperatures not to exceed room temperature: And further provided, That percentage concentration of the antioxidant in the polyethylene, when multiplied by the thickness in inches of the finished polyethylene, shall not be greater than 0.0005.2,2[prime]-Methylenebis(4-methyl- For use only in acrylonitrile- 6-nonylphenol) and 2,6-bis(2- butadiene-styrene copolymers used in hydroxy-3-nonyl-5-methyl- contact with nonalcoholic foods. benzyl)-p-cresol mixtures (varying proportions).Methyltin-2-mercaptoethyloleate For use only in rigid poly(vinyl sulfide, which is defined as chloride) and rigid vinyl chloride one or more of the following: copolymers complying with §§ 177.1950 and 177.1980 of this chapter, respectively, used in the manufacture of pipes and pipe fittings intended for contact with water in food processing plants, at levels not to exceed: 1. 1.0 percent by weight in pipes, and 2. 2.0 percent by weight in pipe fittings. 1. 9-Octadecenoic acid (Z)-, 2- mercaptoethyl ester, reaction products with dichlorodime thylstannane, sodium sulfide, and trichloromethylstannane (CAS Reg. No. 68442-12-6); 2. Fatty acids, tall oil, 2- mercaptoethyl esters, reaction products with dichlorodimethylstannane, 2- mercaptoethyl decanoate, 2- mercaptoethyl octanoate, sodium sulfide, and trichloromethylstannane (CAS Reg. No. 151436-98-5); or 3. Fatty acids, tall oil, 2- mercaptoethyl esters, reaction products with dichlorodimethylstannane, sodium sulfide, and trichloromethylstannane (CAS Reg. No. 201687-57-2);and which has the following specifications: Tin content (as Sn) 5 to 21 percent by weight; mercaptosulfur content 5 to 13 percent by weight; acid value no greater than 4. Methyltin-2- Mercaptoethyloleate sulfide may also be used with one or more of the following optional substances: 1.1a 2-Mercaptoethyl oleate (CAS Reg. No. 59118-78-4), 1.1b 2-Mercaptoethyl tallate (CAS Reg. No. 68440-24-4), 1.1c 2-Mercaptoethyl octanoate (CAS Reg. No. 57813-59-9), 1.1d 2-Mercaptoethyl decanoate (CAS Reg. No. 68928-33-6), alone or in combination; not to exceed 40 percent by weight of the stabilizer formulation; 2.1 2-Mercaptoethanol (CAS Reg. No. 60-24-2): Not to exceed 2 percent by weight of the stabilizer formulation. 3.1 Mineral oil (CAS Reg. No. 8012-95-1): Not to exceed 40 percent by weight of the stabilizer formulation. 4.1 Butylated hydroxytoluene (CAS Reg. No. 128-37-0): Not to exceed 5 percent by weight of the stabilizer formulation. The total of the optional substances (1.1a through 4.1) shall not exceed 60 percent by weight of the stabilizer formulation.Nylon 66/610/6 terpolymer (see For use only at levels not to exceed § 177.1500 of this chapter 1.5 percent by weight of for identification) polyoxymethylene homopolymer as provided in § 177.2480 (b)(1) of this chapter.Nylon 612/6 copolymer. (CAS Reg. For use only at levels not to exceed No. 51733-10-9), weight ratio 6/ 1.5 percent by weight of 1. polyoxymethylene homopolymer as provided in § 177.2480(b)(1).Octadecyl 3,5-di-tert-butyl-4- For use only: hydroxyhydrocinnamate (CAS Reg. 1. At levels not exceeding 0.25 No. 2082-79-3). percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, or 4. 2. As provided in §§ 175.105 and 177.1010(a)(5) of this chapter. 3. At levels not exceeding 0.25 percent by weight of polystyrene and/ or rubber-modified polystyrene polymers complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter, except that the finished basic rubber-modified polystyrene polymers in contact with fatty foods shall contain not less than 85 weight percent of total polymer units derived from styrene monomer. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of acrylonitrile-butadiene- styrene copolymers used in accordance with prior sanction or regulations in parts 174, 175, 176, 177, 178 and § 179.45 of this chapter. 5. At levels not exceeding 0.25 percent by weight of olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.4 and 3.5 as follows: (a) item 3.4, Provided, That the finished copolymer contacts foods only of types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, III, IV-B, VI, VII, VIII, and IX; (b) item 3.5, Provided, That the finished copolymer contacts non-fatty foods only of types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, IV-B, VI, VII-B, and VIII. 6. At levels not exceeding 0.05 percent by weight of modified semi- rigid and rigid vinyl chloride plastics modified with methacrylate- butadiene-styrene copolymers in accordance with § 178.3790. 7. At levels not exceeding 0.2 percent by weight of rigid polyvinyl chloride. 8. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of polycarbonate resins that comply with § 177.1580 and that contact food only under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2, § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 9. At levels not exceeding 0.1 percent by weight of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers complying with § 177.1350 of this chapter. 10. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of nitrile rubber- modified acrylonitrile-methyl acrylate copolymers that comply with § 177.1480 of this chapter when used in articles that contact food only under conditions of use D, E, F, and G described in table 2, § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 11. At levels not exceeding 0.3 percent by weight of styrene block polymers complying with § 177.1810 of this chapter when used in articles that contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, IV-B, VI, VII- B, and VIII, and under conditions of use D, E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 12. At levels not exceeding 0.2 percent by weight of vinylidene chloride homopolymers and/or vinylidene chloride copolymers complying with applicable regulations in parts 175, 176, 177, 179, and 181 of this chapter. The vinylidene chloride copolymers shall contain not less than 50 weight percent of total polymer units derived from vinylidene chloride. 13. At levels not exceeding 0.025 percent by weight of chlorinated isobutylene-isoprene copolymers complying with § 177.1420(a)(3) of this chapter. 14. At levels not exceeding 0.5 percent by weight of the finished rubber article complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter.7-Oxa-3,20-diazadispiro- For use only: [5.1.11.2]-heneicosan-21- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent one,2,2,4,4-tetramethyl- by weight of olefin polymers ,hydrochloride, reaction complying with § 177.1520 of products with epichlorohydrin, this chapter, items 1.1, 3.1, and hydrolyzed, polymerized (CAS 3.2, where the copolymers complying Reg. No. 202483-55-4). with items 3.1 and 3.2 contain not less than 85 weight percent of polymer units derived from propylene; in contact with all types of food described in Table 1 of § 176.170 of this chapter, provided that the finished food-contact article will have a capacity of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons) when in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX, described in Table 1 of § 176.170 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, and 3.2, having a density of not less than 0.94 gram/milliliter, where the copolymers complying with items 3.1 and 3.2 contain not less than 85 weight percent of polymer units derived from ethylene; in contact with food only under conditions of use C, D, E, F, and G, described in Table 2 of § 176.170 of this chapter, provided that the finished food-contact article will have a capacity of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons) when in contact with food of types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX, described in Table 1 of § 176.170 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, and 4.0, having a density of less than 0.94 gram/milliliter, in contact with food only under conditions of use D, E, F, and G, described in Table 2 of § 176.170 of this chapter, provided that the finished food-contact article will have a capacity of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons) except that, films and molded articles containing not more than 0.2 percent by weight of the stabilizer may contact aqueous food of types I, II, IV-B, VI, and VIII, described in Table 1 of § 176.170 of this chapter with no restrictions on the amount of food contacted.Oxidized bis (hydrogenated For use only: tallow alkyl) amines. 1. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of polypropylene polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 3.1a (density not less than 0.85 gram per cubic centimeter and less than 0.91 gram per cubic centimeter), 3.2b, 3.4, and 3.5. The finished polymers may be used in contact with food types I, II, IV-B, VII-B and VIII described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter and with food types III, IV-A, V, VI, VII-A, and IX described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, under conditions of use D through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.075 percent by weight of high-density polyethylene polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, 3.6 (density not less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter), and 5. The finished polymers may be used in contact with food types I, II, IV-B, VII-B and VIII described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and with food types III, IV-A, V, VI, VII-A and IX described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, under conditions of use D through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2,2[prime]-Oxamidobis[ethyl 3- For use only: (3,5-di-tert-butyl-4- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent hydroxyphenyl)propionate] (CAS by weight of polystyrene and rubber- Reg. No. 70331-94-1). modified polystyrene complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, and 4.0 that contact food Types I, II, IV-B, VI, VII-B and VIII described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, and 4.0 that contact food Types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; except that olefin copolymers complying with items 3.1 and 3.2 where the majority of polymer units are derived from propylene may contain the additive at levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with item 3.4 of § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, that contact food Types III, VII-A, and IX described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; except that olefin copolymers complying with item 3.4 where the majority of the polymer units are derived from propylene may contain the additive at levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight.Pentaerythritol and its stearate For use only in rigid polyvinyl ester. chloride and/or in rigid vinyl chloride copolymers complying with § 177.1980 of this chapter: Provided, That the total amount of pentaerythritol and/or pentaerythritol stearate (calculated as free pentaerythritol) does not exceed 0.4 percent by weight of such polymers.N-Phenylbenzenamine reaction For use at levels not to exceed 0.5 products with 2,4,4- percent by weight of pressure- trimethylpentenes (CAS Reg. No. sensitive adhesives complying with 68411-46-1). § 175.125 of this chapter.Phosphoric acid triesters with At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by triethylene glycol (CAS Reg. weight of polyethylene phthalate No. 64502-13-2). polymers complying with § 177.1630 of this chapter, such that the polymers contact foods only of Type VI-B described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Phosphorous acid, cyclic For use only: butylethyl propanediol, 2,4,6- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent tri-tert-butylphenyl ester (CAS by weight of olefin polymers Reg. No. 161717-32-4), which complying with § 177.1520(c) of may contain not more than 1 this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3, percent by weight of and items 2.1, 2.2, or 2.3 (where the triisopropanolamine (CAS Reg. density of these polymers is not less No. 122-20-3). than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter), and items 3.1 or 3.2, provided that the finished polymer contacts foods of types I, II, and VI-B as described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter only under conditions of use B, C, D, E, F, G, and H as described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3, that contact food of types III, IV, V, VI-A, VI-C, VII, VIII, and IX as described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, only under conditions of use C, D, E, F, and G as described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.2a, or 3.2b, having a density less than 0.94 grams per cubic centimeter, in contact with food only of types III, IV, V, VI-A, VI-C, VII, VIII, and IX and under conditions of use B, C, D, E, F, G, and H as described in tables 1 and 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; provided that the food- contact surface does not exceed 0.003 inch (0.076 mm) in thickness. 4. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1(a), 3.1(b), 3.1(c), 3.2 (a), or 3.2(b), having a density not less than 0.94 grams per cubic centimeter, in contact with foods only of types III, IV, V, VI-A, VI-C, VII, VIII, and IX identified in Table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and under conditions of use B through H as described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter; provided that the food-contact surface does not exceed 0.003 inch (0.076 mm) in thickness.Phosphorous acid, cyclic For use only at levels not to exceed neopentanetetrayl bis(2,4-di- 0.10 percent by weight of olefin tert-butylphenyl) ester (CAS polymers complying with § Reg. No. 26741-53-7) which may 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item contain not more than 1 percent 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, or by weight of 3.2, and limited to use in contact triisopropanolamine (CAS Reg. with food only under conditions of No. 122-20-3). use B, C, D, E, F, G, and H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. Olefin polymers that contain more than 50 weight-percent of polymer units derived from ethylene shall have a density equal to or greater than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter.Phosphorous acid, cyclic For use only: neopentanetetrayl bis (2,6-di- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.25 tert-butyl-4-methylphenyl)ester percent by weight of polypropylene (CAS Reg. No. 80693-00-1). homopolymer and copolymers complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter, for use with all food types described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter only under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.05 percent by weight of polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 3.1 or 3.2, and with a maximum thickness of 100 micrometers (0.004 inch) for use with all food types under conditions of use B, C, D, E, F, G, and H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Phosphorous acid, cyclic For use only: neopentanetetrayl bis(2,4-di- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.86 tert-butylphenyl)ester (CAS percent by weight in polyvinyl Reg. No. 26741-53-7). chloride and/or vinyl chloride copolymers that comply with §§ 177.1950, 177.1960, 177.1970, or 177.1980 of this chapter for use with all food types described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, except those containing more than 15 percent alcohol, under conditions of use B, C, D, E, F, G, and H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of polycarbonate resins that comply with § 177.1580 of this chapter for use with all food types described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, except those containing more than 15 percent alcohol, under conditions of use B, C, D, E, F, G, and H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.05 percent by weight in olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 3.1, that contain more than 50 weight percent of polymer units derived from ethylene and whose density is less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter. The average thickness of such polymers intended for use in contact with food types V and VII-A described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter shall not exceed 80 micrometers (0.003 inch).Poly(1,4- For use only: cyclohexylenedimethylene- 1. In polypropylene complying with 3,3[prime]-thiodipropionate) § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, partially terminated with item 1.1, and used in contact with stearyl alcohol and produced nonfatty, nonalcoholic food. when approximately equal moles 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol by weight of polypropylene complying and 3,3[prime]-thiodipropionic with § 177.1520(c) of this acid are made to react in the chapter, item 1.1, and used in presence of stearyl alcohol so contact with fatty, nonalcoholic that the final product has an food. The average thickness of such average molecular weight in the polymers in the form in which they range of 1,800-2,200, as contact fatty nonalcoholic food shall determined by vapor pressure not exceed 0.005 inch. osmometry, and has a maximum acid value of 2.5.Poly[(1,3- For use only at levels not to exceed dibutyldistannthianediylidene)- 0.2 by percent weight in polyvinyl 1,3-dithio] having the formula chloride resin where such resin [C8H18Sn2S3]n (where n averages constitutes not less than 98.7 1.5-2) and produced so as to percent of a finished semirigid or meet the following rigid polyvinyl chloride food-contact specifications: Softening surface, provided that the finished point, 130-145 °C; volatile food-contact article is employed only components at 150 °C, less to package meat, cheese, and food than 1.0 percent; sulphur Types I, VIII, and IX as described in (sulfide) content in the range table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this 20.5-22.0 percent; tin content chapter. The finished food-contact in the range 52.0-53.2 percent. article containing this stabilizer, when extracted with refined cottonseed oil at 120 °F for 48 hours, using a volume-to-surface ratio of 2 milliliters per square inch of surface tested, shall yield tin (Sn) not to exceed 0.0005 milligram per square inch of food- contact surface.Poly[(6-morpholino-s-triazine- For use only: 2,4-diyl)[(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent 4-piperidyl)imino]hexamethylene by weight of polypropylene complying [(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4- with § 177.1520(c) of this piperidyl)imino]] (CAS Reg. No. chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3, and 82451-48-7). of ethylene polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.3, and 3.1, whose specific gravity is not less than 0.94. The finished polymers are to contact food only under conditions of use D, E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.3, and 3.1, whose specific gravity is less than 0.94, and of olefin polymers complying with items 3.3., 3.4, 3.5, and 4.0. The finished polymers are to contact food in articles having a volume of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons) only under conditions of use D, E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Poly[[6-[(1,1,3,3- For use only: tetramethybutyl) amino]-s- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent triazine-2,4-diyl][2,2,6,6- by weight of polypropylene complying tetramethyl-4- with § 177.1520 of this chapter. piperidyl)imino]hexamethylene[( 2. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4- by weight of polyethylene complying piperidyl)imino]] (CAS Reg. No. with § 177.1520 of this chapter, 70624-18-9). that has a density equal to or greater than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of polyethylene that has a density less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, and of olefin polymers and copolymers complying with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, and 4. The finished polymers are to contact food only under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and when contacting fatty foods of Types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, the finished articles are to have a volume of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons).Potassium bromide and either For use at levels not exceeding 0.18 cupric acetate or cupric percent potassium bromide and 0.005 carbonate. percent copper as cupric acetate or cupric carbonate by weight of nylon 66 resins complying with § 177.1500 of this chapter; the finished resins are used or are intended to be used to contain foods during oven baking or oven cooking at temperatures above 250 °F. The average thickness of such resins in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 0.0015 inch.1,3-propanediamine, N,N-1,2- For use only: ethanediylbis-, polymer with 1. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent 2,4,6-trichloro-1,3,5-triazine, by weight of polypropylene complying reaction products with N-butyl- with § 177.1520(c) of this 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4- chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3. piperidinamine (CAS Reg. No. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent 136504-96-6). by weight of olefin polymers having a density greater than or equal to 0.94 grams per cubic centimeter and complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, and 3.2. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of olefin polymers having a density less than 0.94 grams per cubic centimeter and complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, and 4.0. The finished polymers are to contact food only under conditions of use B through H described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and when used in contact with fatty foods of Types III, IV-A, V, VII-A, and IX as described in Table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, the finished articles are to have a volume of at least 18.9 liters (5 gallons).N,N[prime]-1,3-Propanediylbis For use only at levels not to exceed (3,5-di-tert-butyl-4- 0.6 percent by weight of rubber hydroxyhydrocinnamamide) (CAS articles for repeated use complying Reg. No. 69851-61-2). with § 177.2600 of this chapter.Siloxanes and silicones, methyl For use as an ultraviolet (UV) hydrogen, reaction products stabilizer only at levels not to with 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-(2- exceed 0.33 percent by weight of propenyloxy)piperidine (CAS polypropylene complying with § Reg. No. 182635-99-0). 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1a, 1.1b, 1.2, and 1.3, under conditions of use D, E, F, and G, as described in Table 2 of § 176.170 of this chapter.Stearoylbenzoylmethane (CAS Reg. For use only at levels not to exceed No. 58446-52-9) consisting of a 0.5 percent by weight of vinyl mixture of β-diketones chloride homopolymers modified in produced by the condensation of accordance with § acetophenone and technical 178.3790(b)(1). The finished polymers methyl stearate.. may be used in contact with food containing up to 50 percent alcohol under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Styrenated diphenylamine (CAS For use only in adhesives complying Reg. No. 68442-68-2). with § 175.105 of this chapter and in rubber articles intended for repeated use complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter.Tetradecanoic acid, lithium salt For use only at levels not to exceed (CAS Reg. No. 20336-96-3). 0.15 percent by weight of polypropylene and polypropylene copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1a, 1.1b, 3.1a, 3.1b, 3.1c, 3.2a, and 3.2b. The finished polymers may only be used in contact with food of Types I, II, IV-B, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII as described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter under conditions of use B through H as described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, and with food of Types III, IV-A, V, VI-A, VI- C, VII-A, and IX described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter under conditions of use C through G as described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.2-[[2,4,8,10-Tetrakis(1,1- For use only at levels not to exceed dimethylethyl)dibenzo[d,f][1,3, 0.075 percent by weight of olefin 2]-dioxaphosphepin-6-yl]oxy]- copolymers complying with § N,N-bis[2-[[2,4,8,10- 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items tetrakis(1,1- 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, or 2.3: dimethylethyl)dibenzo[d,f][1,3, Provided, That the density of the 2]dioxaphosphepin-6- olefin polymers complying with items yl]oxy]ethyl]ethanamine (CAS 2.1, 2.2, or 2.3 is not less than Reg. No. 80410-33-9). 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter: And further provided, That the finished polymers contact food only of Types I, II, IV-B, VI-A, VI-B, VII-B, and VIII described in table 1, of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter and food only of Types III, IV-A, V, VI-C, VII- A, and IX described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter, under conditions of use C through G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Tetrakis [methylene(3,5- di-tert- For use only: butyl-4- hydroxyhydro- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent cinnamate)] methane (CAS Reg. by weight of all polymers used as No. 6683-19-8). indirect additives in food packaging, except as specified below. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of petroleum wax or synthetic petroleum wax complying with § 176.170(a)(5) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 1.0 percent by weight of: (a) Pressure sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter. (b) Can end cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3)(xxxi) of this chapter. (c) Petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins complying with § 175.320(b)(3) of this chapter, § 176.170(b)(2) of this chapter, or their hydrogenated products complying with § 176.170(b)(2) of this chapter. (d) Rosin and rosin derivatives used in accordance with parts 175 through 178 of this chapter. (e) Terpene resins complying with § 175.300(b)(2)(xi) of this chapter when such terpene resins are used in accordance with § 176.170(b) of this chapter. (f) Resins and polymers complying with § 176.180 of this chapter. (g) Closures with sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter. (h) Polyoxymethylene copolymer as provided in § 177.2470(b)(1) of this chapter. (i) Petroleum hydrocarbon resin complying with § 178.3800. (j) Reinforced wax complying with § 178.3850.4,4-Thiobis(6-tert-butyl-m- For use only: cresol). 1. As provided in §§ 175.105 and 177.2600 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of polyethylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter: Provided, That the specific gravity of the polyethylene is not less than 0.926: And further provided, That the finished polyethylene contacts food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Categories I, II, VI-B, and VIII.Thiodiethylene bis(3,5-di-tert- For use only: butyl-4-hydroxyhydrocinnamate) 1. In adhesives complying with § (CAS Reg. No. 41484-35-9). 175.105 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of pressure-sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter, petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins complying with § 176.170 of this chapter, resins and polymers complying with § 176.180 of this chapter, closures with sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter, and finished rubber products complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter.Thiodipropionic acid............1,3,5-Trimethyl-2,4,6-tris(3,5- For use only: di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl) 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent benzene (CAS Reg. No. 1709-70- by weight of polymers except nylon 2). resins identified in § 177.1500 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight of nylon resins identified in § 177.1500 of this chapter.Tri(mixed mono-and dinonylphenyl) phosphite (which may contain not more than 1 percent by weight of triisopropanolamine)..1, 11-(3, 6, 9-Trioxaundecyl) For use only as provided in § bis-3-(dodecylthio) propionate 175.300(b)(3)(xxxi) of this chapter (CAS Reg. No. 64253-30-1). at 4.0 parts per 100 parts rubber.1,3,5-Tris(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4- For use only: hydroxybenzyl)-s-triazine- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.25 2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)trione (CAS Reg. percent by weight of polypropylene No. 27676-62-6). complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter. 2. In polyethylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter: (a) At levels not to exceed 0.1 weight percent. (b) At levels not to exceed 0.5 weight percent in contact with nonfatty food. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of ethylene-propylene-5- ethylidine-2-norbornene terpolymers complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter. The maximum thickness of such polymers in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 0.005 inch. 4. At levels not exceeding 0.1 percent by weight of olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, or 3.5. 5. At levels not exceeding 0.25 percent by weight of olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 3.1 and 3.2, and also containing not less than 85 weight percent of polymer units derived from propylene. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c)(4) of this chapter. The finished polymers may be used in contact with food under conditions of use A through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.1,3,5-Tris(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4- For use only in contact with nonfatty hydro-xyhydrocinnamoyl) foods: hexahydro-s-triazine. 1. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of polypropylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of polyethylene complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of ethylene-propylene-5- ethylidine-2-norbornene terpolymers complying with § 177.1520 of this chapter. The maximum thickness of such polymers in the form in which they contact food shall not exceed 0.005 inch.1,3,5-Tris(4-tert-butyl-3- For use only: hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzyl)- 1. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent 1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-(1H,3H,5H)- by weight of olefin polymers trione. [CAS Reg. No. 40601-76- complying with § 177.1520 of 1]. this chapter, under conditions of use A through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of polystyrene and rubber- modified polystyrene that comply with § 177.1640 of this chapter, provided that the finished polystyrene and rubber-modified polystyrene contact food only under the conditions described in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 2, under conditions of use E through G.Tris(2,4-di-tert- For use only: butylphenyl)phosphite. (CAS 1. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent Reg. No. 31570-04-4). by weight of elastomers used in rubber articles complying with § 177.2600 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight of nylon resins complying with § 177.1500 of this chapter: Provided, That the finished polymer contacts food only under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.3 percent by weight of polycarbonate resins complying with § 177.1580 of this chapter. 4. At levels not to exceeds 0.2 percent by weight of polystyrene and rubber-modified polystyrene polymers complying with § 177.1640 of this chapter: Provided, that the finished polymer contacts food only under conditions of use B, C, D, E, F, G, and H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1(a), 3.1(b), 3.1(c), 3.2(a), or 3.2(b). The finished polymers complying with items 2.1, 2.2, or 2.3 having a density less than 0.94 gram per cubic centimeter and a thickness greater than 0.051 millimeter (0.002 inch), either shall have a level of tris(2,4-di-tert- butylphenyl)phosphite that shall not exceed 0.062 milligram per square inch of food-contact surface or shall contact all food types identified in Table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter only under conditions of use E, F, and G described in Table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 7. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of ethylene-vinyl-acetate copolymers complying with § 177.1350 of this chapter, and that are limited to use in contact with food only under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. The average thickness of such polymers in the form in which they contact fatty food shall not exceed 0.1 millimeter (0.004 inch). 8. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 4. The finished polymers having a thickness greater than 0.051 millimeter (0.002 inch), shall contact food only under conditions of use E, F, and G described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 9. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of acrylic and modified acrylic plastics, semirigid and rigid, complying with § 177.1010 of this chapter. 10. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of isobutylene polymers complying with § 177.1420 of this chapter. 11. In adhesives complying with § 175.105 of this chapter. 12. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of pressure sensitive adhesives complying with § 175.125 of this chapter. 13. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of can end cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3) (xxxi) of this chapter. 14. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of side seam cement formulations complying with § 175.300(b)(3) (xxxii) of this chapter. 15. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins complying with § 175.320(b)(3) of this chapter. 16. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of petroleum alicyclic hydrocarbon resins or their hydrogenated products complying with § 176.170(b) (2) of this chapter. 17. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of resins and polymers complying with § 176.180(b) of this chapter. 18. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of rosins and rosin derivatives complying with § 176.210(d)(3) of this chapter. 19. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of closures with sealing gaskets complying with § 177.1210 of this chapter. 20. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of petroleum hydrocarbon resin, and rosins and rosin derivatives complying with § 178.3800(b). 21. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of reinforced wax complying with § 178.3850. 22. At levels not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of olefin copolymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, item 3.3. The finished polymers may be used in contact with food under conditions of use A through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter. 23. At levels not to exceed 0.15 percent by weight of poly-1-butene resins and butene/ethylene copolymers complying with § 177.1570 of this chapter: Provided, that the finished polymer contacts food only under conditions of use B through H described in table 2 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter.Tris(2-methyl-4-hydroxy-5-tert- For use only: butylphenyl)butane (CAS Reg. 1. At levels not to exceed 0.25 No. 1843-03-4). percent by weight of polymers used as provided in § 176.180 of this chapter. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of the following polymers when used in articles that contact food of Types I, II, IV-B, VI- B, VII-B, and VIII described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter: Olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, or 4 or complying with other sections in parts 174, 175, 176, 177, 178 and § 179.45 of this chapter; vinyl chloride polymers; and/or vinyl chloride copolymers complying with § 177.1980 of this chapter. 3. At levels not to exceed 0.1 percent by weight of the following polymers when used in articles that contact food of Types III, IV-A, V, VI-A, VI- C, VII-A, and IX described in table 1 of § 176.170(c) of this chapter: Olefin polymers complying with § 177.1520(c) of this chapter, items 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, or 4 or complying with other sections in parts 174, 175, 176, 177, 178 and § 179.45 of this chapter; vinyl chloride polymers; and/or vinyl chloride copolymers complying with § 177.1980 of this chapter. 4. As provided in § 175.105 of this chapter. 5. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of polystyrene and/or modified polystyrene polymers identified in § 177.1640 of this chapter. 6. At levels not to exceed 0.25 percent by weight of acrylonitrile- butadiene-styrene copolymers used in contact with nonalcoholic foods. 7. At levels not to exceed 1 percent by weight of closure-sealing gasket compositions complying with § 177.1210(b) of this chapter.Zinc dibutyldithiocarbamate (CAS For use only: Reg. No. 136-23-2). 1. At levels not to exceed 0.2 percent by weight of isobutyleneisoprene copolymers complying with § 177.1420 of this chapter: Provided, That the finished copolymers contact food only of the types identified in § 176.170(c) of this chapter, table 1, under Types V, VII, VIII, and IX. 2. At levels not to exceed 0.02 percent by weight of polypropylene polymers complying with § 177.1520(c), item 1.1 of this chapter.Zinc palmitate..................Zinc salicylate................. For use only in rigid polyvinyl chloride and/or in rigid vinyl chloride copolymers complying with § 177.1980 of this chapter: Provided, That total salicylates (calculated as the acid) do not exceed 0.3 percent by weight of such polymers.Zinc stearate...................------------------------------------------------------------------------\1\ Copies are available from the American Society for Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103.
§ 178.2550 4-Hydroxymethyl-2,6-di-
§ 178.2650 Organotin stabilizers in vinyl chloride plastics.
------------------------------------------------------------------------ Temperature Food-simulating solvent Time (degrees (hours) Fahrenheit)------------------------------------------------------------------------Type II............... Acetic acid, 3 pct....... 48 135Type V................ Heptane.................. 2 100Type VI-A............. Ethyl alcohol, 8 pct..... 24 120Type VI-C............. Ethyl alcohol, 50 percent 24 120------------------------------------------------------------------------
