# 77 Ill. Adm. Code 725.40: Section 725.40 Contamination Protection, Handling and Movement of Distressed Merchandise

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## Section

- **Citation:** 77 Ill. Adm. Code 725.40
- **Heading:** Section 725.40 Contamination Protection, Handling and Movement of Distressed Merchandise
- **Jurisdiction:** Illinois
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Illinois Administrative Code / Title 77 PUBLIC HEALTH / CHAPTER I: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH / Part 725 SALVAGE WAREHOUSES AND STORES FOR FOODS, ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS, DRUGS, MEDICAL DEVICES AND COSMETICS CODE / Section 725.40 Contamination Protection, Handling and Movement of Distressed Merchandise

## Text

Section 725
Section 725.40  Contamination
Protection, Handling and Movement of Distressed Merchandise
All salvageable and salvaged
merchandise, while being stored or procesed at a salvage processing plant, or
during transportation, shall be protected from contamination or adulteration.
All foods and drugs shall be kept at such temperature as will protect against
spoilage or deterioration. All potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained
at a temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) or below. Frozen foods shall be maintained at
temperatures which ensure that the foods remain frozen solid. Poisonous and
toxic materials shall be identified and handled under such conditions as will
not contaminate other salvageable or salvaged merchandise, or constitute a
hazard to personnel.

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