§ 52.26 - When appeal inspection may be refused.

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An application for an appeal inspection may be refused if:

The reasons for the appeal inspection are frivolous or not substantial;

The quality or condition of the processed product has undergone a material change since the inspection covering the processed product on which the appeal inspection is requested;

The lot in question is not, or cannot be made accessible for the selection of officially drawn samples;

The lot relative to which appeal inspection is requested cannot be positively identified by the inspector as the lot from which officially drawn samples were previously inspected; or

There is noncompliance with the regulations in this part. Such applicant shall be notified promptly of the reason for such refusal.