2009 California Health and Safety Code - Section 118400-118415 :: Article 2. Infected Packing Material

118400.  For the purpose of this article the term "filthy,
contaminated, or unsanitary packing material" includes any or all of
the following:
   (a) Packing material that has been exposed to contagious or
infectious disease.
   (b) Material that is contaminated with vermin.
   (c) Material that is generally filthy.
   (d) Filthy or used wood excelsior.
   (e) Excelsior made from filthy or used paper.

118405.  Unsanitary packing material shall not be used until it has
been cleaned and disinfected to the satisfaction of the Department of
Food and Agriculture, the department, or the agents of either or
both, or by a county health officer.

118410.  The person having the material cleaned and disinfected
shall pay the costs of the inspection.

118415.  Every person who knowingly packs any goods intended for
delivery to other parties or for transportation by common carriers
with unsanitary packing material is guilty of a misdemeanor.