The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation and enforcement of the provisions of this chapter:
(1) The term "corn meal" means all types of corn meal intended for human consumption;
(2) The term "corn grits" means all types of corn grits intended for human consumption;
(3) The term "appropriate federal agency" means the Department of Health and Human Services or any other federal agency charged with the enforcement and administration of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act; and
(4) The term "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Agriculture of this State.
HISTORY: 1962 Code Section 32-1551; 1952 Code Section 32-1551; 1949 (46) 131; 1987 Act No. 187 Section 1, eff June 30, 1987.
Effect of Amendment
The 1987 amendment replaced "Department of Health Education and Welfare" with "Department of Health and Human Services", and "Federal" with "federal" in item (3).
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 29 - Corn Meal And Grits
Section 39-29-10. Definitions.
Section 39-29-20. Ingredients of corn meal and corn grits.
Section 39-29-30. Enrichment of corn meal and corn grits used to manufacture compound food products.
Section 39-29-40. Corn meal and corn grits, labeling.
Section 39-29-60. Seizure of corn meal or corn grits; release upon compliance.
Section 39-29-70. Inspection of premises and vehicles.
Section 39-29-80. Enforcement; promulgation of rules and regulations.
Section 39-29-90. Commissioner may act through officers or employees.