Which statement correctly describes egg carton certification based on the material?

• A. Egg cartons are certified by USDA
• B. Egg cartons are certified by FDA
• C. Egg cartons are certified by EPA
• D. Egg cartons are certified by CDC

Answer: (A)

The concept being tested is which agency oversees the standards and certification for egg packaging materials. In the egg industry, the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service handles standards for eggs in commerce, including how eggs are packaged and labeled. This means carton materials used to hold eggs are certified under USDA guidelines to ensure durability, proper protection, and safe handling from producer to consumer. While FDA deals with many food-contact materials in general, the framing here places carton material certification with USDA. The EPA and CDC don’t certify packaging materials for eggs.