(a)

1. (1) All classes of certified seed, when offered for sale, shall have an official certification label affixed to each container, clearly identifying the:

   1. (A) Certifying agency;
   2. (B) Reference number;
   3. (C) Kind and variety name; and
   4. (D) Class of seed.
2. (2) Chemically treated seed shall be labeled to comply with the seed laws.

(c) Minibulk containers such as the flexible or rigid containers as listed in 2 CAR § 34-213(a)(7).

1. (1) During conditioning, each bag will be labeled with:

   1. (A) Kind;
   2. (B) Variety; and
   3. (C) Lot number.
2. (2) When offered for sale or sold, each container shall bear a certification label with all required labeling.

3. (3)

   1. (A) The weight may be left blank when labels are printed and written in ink on each label.
   2. (B) Seedsmen who have equipment allowing equal weight in each bag of a lot, may use labels with weight printed in.

(d) Blue-tag bags/preprinted labels.

1. (1)

   1. (A) Labeling for blue tag class seed may be imprinted directly on the container in lieu of using tags.
   2. (B) In this case, the blue tag class certification label may be printed on the container at the factory.
   3. (C) Orders for containers printed in this manner shall be filed with the board for prior approval before being printed.
   4. (D) Each applicant is responsible for seeing that his or her certified seed is correctly bagged and labeled.
   5. (E) Tags will be issued and orders for preprinted containers will be approved on orders from the applicant only.

2. (2)

   1. (A) An applicant has the option of having the board print the complete analysis on the certification tag, or he or she may have the tags issued showing his or her permit number or other identification numbers or, if equipped and approved, may label the containers for blue tag class seed in lieu of using tags.
   2. (B) In cases where the applicant completely prints his or her tags or labels, he or she shall furnish the board a true copy of a specimen tag or label for each lot so labeled and when labeled.
   3. (C) In no case can the analysis used be below the minimum standards established for the class and crop being certified.

3. (3) The board will make periodic checks and/or audits to verify the correct use and disposition of:

   1. (A) Certified tags;
   2. (B) Preprinted containers; and
   3. (C) Other labeling used.

(e) Labeling seed for contract producers. When an applicant for certification has contract producers under his or her own application, and the seed furnished these contract producers was grown by the applicant or furnished from any other source, then such seed shall be:

1. (1) Identified with a lot number on each container, if bagged; and
2. (2) Truly represented as to purity and germination with a complete analysis affixed to each container or to the delivery ticket.

(f) Securing labels.

1. (1) Certification labels other than those printed on the containers shall be attached to containers in a manner which prevents easy removal and reattachment.
2. (2) With fabric bags or open top paper bags, it is recommended that the tag be sewn on, or in the top of, the bag.
3. (3) With valve filled paper bags and plastic bags or containers (including metal), it is recommended that the label be glued to the container with an adhesive which prevents removal without destroying the label.

4. (4)

   1. (A) Closing of paper, plastic, and metal containers will vary.
   2. (B) The most satisfactory method is that of cementing the closure with an adhesive (glue, pressure sensitive thermoplastic, etc.), which prevents entry to the container without leaving noticeable evidence of such tampering.
   3. (C) Cementing the certification label over the enclosure is recommended where practical.

5. (5)

   1. (A) Special stapling devices may be used to seal the package and attach the certification label.
   2. (B) Any such staple should be unique to certification, with a distinctive design or lettering.
   3. (C) Ordinary stapling devices are not recommended, but may be used.
6. (6) "Valve filled" paper bags shall be considered adequately closed and sufficiently tamper-proof.

7. (7)

   1. (A) Minibulk containers, such as the flexible or rigid containers as listed in 2 CAR § 34-213(a)(7).
   2. (B) After filled and sampled for class, the bag shall be sealed with a seal.
   3. (C) Before shipping and after approval for class, the label will be attached and sealed to prevent removal.