Massachusetts § 105 - Misbranding of apples
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 105 — Misbranding of apples, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 105. Misbranding of apples
Section 105. For the purpose of section one hundred and one to one hundred and nine, inclusive, apples packed in closed or open packages or apples in open bulk displays shall be deemed to be misbranded:—
First. If any package, or any open bulk display fails to bear all statements required under section one hundred and two.
Second. If any package whether packed or repacked within or without the commonwealth, is falsely branded or bears any statement, design or device regarding the apples contained therein which is false or misleading, or if any package bears any statement, design or device indicating that the apples contained therein are of a specified grade established and promulgated under section one hundred and one, and said apples, when packed or repacked, do not conform to the requirements prescribed for such grade, or if any package bears any statement, design or device other than an official grade designation describing the grade or quality of the apples therein.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 105
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 105 cover?
Section 105 ("Misbranding of apples") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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