FDACS Citation 3-304.14(E): Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between
FDACS citation 3-304.14(E) (Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between) is a General violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code, with 50 citations in the past 12 months across 172 Florida facilities. General food safety requirement.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
FDACS citation 3-304.14(E) (Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between) is a general food safety violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code.
What the Code Says
3-304.14(E) — Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between
Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between
— FDA Food Code / Florida FDACS Inspection Standards (FAC 5K-4)
uses not stored off the floor, or not used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment,
utensils, linens, or single-service and single-use articles.
Priority Classification
General (General): General food safety requirement.
Florida FDACS uses the FDA Food Code priority system — Priority (P) violations have a direct link to foodborne illness; Priority Foundation (Pf) violations support food safety systems; Core (C) violations are good retail practices with no direct illness link.
Citations by County
| County | Citations |
|---|---|
| Pinellas | 23 |
| Miami-Dade | 20 |
| Volusia | 10 |
| Sarasota | 6 |
| Broward | 6 |
| Palm Beach | 5 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Times Cited | Last Cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks # 13497 | Wesley Chapel | 2 | Oct 6, 2025 |
| Starbucks # 8538 | Tampa | 2 | Jun 13, 2025 |
| Auntie Annes Soft Pretzels | Lutz | 2 | Feb 14, 2025 |
| Dunkin Donuts # Pc 330235 | Deland | 2 | Jun 20, 2023 |
| Smoothie King #2121 | Tarpon Springs | 1 | Apr 3, 2026 |
| Sarahs Tent | Aventura | 1 | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Antojitos Mexicanos Bendicion | Fort Pierce | 1 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Treehouse Mercantile | Dade City | 1 | Mar 16, 2026 |
Recent Inspector Observations
Smoothie King #2121, Tarpon Springs—
Front Food Service Area: Wet wiping cloth bucket stored next to ice basin and blenders. COS. Bucket moved to appropriate location.
Sarahs Tent, Aventura—
Meat Area: In use sanitizer bucket stored on floor at band saw. COS: properly stored at time of inspection.
Antojitos Mexicanos Bendicion, Fort Pierce—
Kitchen: bucket of sanitizer and wiping cloths stored on the floor under the three compartment sink. COS bucket moved to appropriate location.
Treehouse Mercantile, Dade City—
Food prep area: Bucket of sanitizer solution stored directly on the floor. COS: Person in charge double the bucket.
Starbucks Coffee #52131, Naples—
Food Service Area: In use sanitizer bucket adjacent to espresso machine stored on floor. COS: Properly stored at time of inspection.
Bravo Supermarket, Lake Worth—
Food service: Bucket of sanitizer on florr under hand wash sink. COS: Bucket was moved to proper location during visit.
Frequently Cited Alongside 3-304.14(E)
6-501.11
6-501.12
2-501.11
2-402.11
4-903.11(A)
6-301.11
References
- Florida FDACS Food Establishment Inspections
- FDA Food Code (Current Edition)
- Florida Administrative Code Chapter 5K-4
- All FDACS Citation Codes
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is FDACS citation code 3-304.14(E)?
- FDACS citation 3-304.14(E) (Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between) is a General violation under Chapter 3 (Food) of the FDA Food Code. Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between uses not stored off the floor, or not used in a manner that prevents contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service and single-use articles.
- How serious is FDACS violation 3-304.14(E) (Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between)?
- General (General): General food safety requirement. This code has been cited 176 times across 172 Florida FDACS-regulated facilities.
- Which types of Florida food businesses receive citation 3-304.14(E)?
- FDACS inspects grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines. Citation 3-304.14(E) (Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held between) has been cited at 172 such facilities across Florida, with 50 citations in the past 12 months.
- What does a General FDACS violation mean?
- A General FDACS violation means: General food safety requirement. FDACS (Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services) uses this classification system — Priority (P), Priority Foundation (Pf), and Core (C) — aligned with the FDA Food Code.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present. Exclusive archive — FDACS removes records after 4 years.
Citation Standard: FDA Food Code as adopted by Florida FDACS under Florida Statutes Chapter 500 and FAC 5K-4.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data and inspection records, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: Citation descriptions reflect the FDA Food Code and Florida FDACS inspection standards current at time of publication.
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