Section 65.90  Holding Temperature

a)         From the point of candling and grading (including transportation), all eggs designated for human consumption shall be held at a temperature not to exceed 45° F. ambient temperature after processing until they reach the retailer.

b)         All shell eggs shall be kept from freezing.

c)         Nest run eggs shall be held at 60° F. or less at all times, including during transportation.

(Source:  Amended at 21 Ill. Reg. 900, effective January 1, 1997)