Docket Number: AMS-NOP-16-0069
Comments received by: October 31, 2016
Summary
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is announcing the availability of an interim instruction document intended for use by accredited certifying agents. The interim instruction document is entitled: NOP 3012: Material Review. This instruction specifies the criteria and process that USDA accredited organic certifying agents (certifiers) must follow when approving substances for use in organic production and handling. This instruction is directed at certifiers, who must meet certain terms and conditions as part of their accreditation. The AMS invites interested parties to submit comments about this instruction document.
Contact
Dr. Paul Lewis, Standards Director
USDA–AMS–NOP
1400 Independence Ave., SW., Room 2646–So.
Ag Stop 0268
Washington, DC 20250–0268
Telephone: (202) 720–3252
Fax: (202) 205-7808
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