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This Code is concerned with food products processed by gamma rays, X-rays or accelerated electrons for the purpose of, among other things, control of foodborne pathogens, reduction of microbial load and insect infestation, inhibition of the germination of root crops, and extension of durable life for perishable foods. This Code covers the requirements of the irradiation process in a facility; it also considers other aspects of the process as primary production and/or harvesting, post-harvest treatment, storage and shipment, packaging, irradiation, labelling, post-irradiation storage and handling, and training.