# COMAR Title 15 — Maryland Department of Agriculture

## Subtitle 22 — Organically Produced Commodities

### Chapter 02 — Organic Product Standards

#### Regulation .12 Post-Harvest Handling.

*COMAR 15.22.02.12*

A. Upon prior written approval by the Department, a producer, shipper, packer, or other handler of organic products may:

  (1) Apply disinfectants, as specified by the Department, to storage containers and handling equipment; or

  (2) Apply post-harvest sulfur-based fungicides or botanical insecticides.

B. A producer, shipper, packer, or other handler of organic products may not apply to certified products at any point during post-harvest handling, transporting, or storage:

  (1) Synthetic fumigants;

  (2) Sprouting inhibitors, ripeners, or growth regulators;

  (3) Preservatives;

  (4) Coloring agents;

  (5) Ionizing radiation; or

  (6) Waxes, except beeswax, or oils.