§ 172.876 Castor oil.
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The food additive castor oil may be safely used in accordance with the following conditions:
(a) The additive meets the specifications of the United States Pharmacopeia XX (1980).
(b) The additive is used or intended for use as follows:
Use and Limitations
Hard candy production—As a release agent and antisticking agent, not to exceed 500 parts per million in hard candy.
Vitamin and mineral tablets—As a component of protective coatings.
[42 FR 14491, Mar. 15, 1977, as amended at 49 FR 10105, Mar. 19, 1984]