Iowa Department of Inspections & Appeals (DIA)
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The Iowa Department of Inspections & Appeals Food and Consumer Safety Bureau is responsible for administering and enforcing the Iowa Food Code (Iowa Code Chapter 137F) by conducting food safety inspections at food establishments (grocery stores, restaurants, and convenience stores) and food processing plants. The purpose of the Iowa Food Code is to "safeguard the public health and provide to consumers, food that is safe, unadulterated and honestly prepared." The Food Code is based upon food safety recommendations developed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in consultation with representatives from the food industry and regulators, and focuses on public health and the prevention of foodborne illness.
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Contact Information
Iowa Department of Inspections & Appeals (DIA) Lucas State Office Building 321 East 12th Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0083 Phone: 515-281-7102 Fax: 515-242-6863 Email: Webmaster@dia.iowa.gov |
