Form 1: Product Description

The description of finished products shall be documented in form 1 or equivalent to the extent needed to conduct the hazard analysis. Includes information on the following, as appropriate:

• Process/product type name;
• Product name;
• Important product characteristics;
• Intended use;
• Packaging;
• Intended shelf life and storage conditions;
• Where the product will be sold;
• Labelling instructions relating to food safety;
• Special distribution control.