LAC 49:I.972. Artificial Coloring of Prepared Fats and Product Casings [Formerly 49:3.1902]

A. Harmless coloring matters only may be used in or on meat products, and these only with the approval of and in such manner as may be prescribed by the department. Such colorings may be used in the manner and under conditions as follows: 1. they may be added to prepared fats; 2. they may be used in the preparation of casings, or by dipping casing-covered meat products, or by other approved methods provided they do not penetrate the meat product contained in the casing; 3. They shall be declared as required under §915 and §954.