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Short answer
49 CFR 178.33a-1 requires compliance in all details.
The rule says
"Compliance. (a) Required in all details." (49 CFR 178.33a-1)
In plain English
This means that any packaging meeting the Specification 2Q requirements must comply with all the details of the specification. In practice, this means that manufacturers and users of these packagings must ensure they meet every requirement, without exception, to be considered compliant.
What to do
- Review the Specification 2Q requirements in detail
- Ensure all packagings meet every requirement
- Verify compliance through regular inspections and testing
- Maintain records of compliance and inspection results