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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 7Ch. 4Art. 4§ 14285 Livestock Drug Label Requirements

§ 14285 Livestock Drug Label Requirements

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§ 14285 Livestock Drug Label Requirements

This law says every label on a livestock drug must list specific information so farmers and others know what it is, how to use it safely, and that it’s not for people.

Key Takeaways

  • •Labels must list the drug’s name or brand.
  • •They must include the maker’s name and address.
  • •They must tell how much medicine is in the container.
  • •They must say what animal disease it treats and give clear usage directions, safety warnings, withdrawal times, and disposal info.
  • •They must list each active ingredient and its amount.
  • •They must state the product is NOT for human use.
  • •If the drug is restricted, the label must say “restricted drug, use only as directed.”
  • •The director can require any extra info needed to keep animals and people safe.

Example

A farmer buys a medicine for his dairy cows to treat mastitis.

The label on the bottle must show the drug’s brand name, the company’s address, how much is in the bottle, what disease it treats, how to give it, safety warnings, the active ingredients, a clear note that it’s not for humans, and any restricted‑drug warnings.

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§ 14285 Livestock Drug Label Requirements

The label shall contain all of the following: (a) The name, brand, or trademark of the livestock drug. (b) The name of the applicant and his principal address. (c) The minimum net contents of the container. (d) A statement of the disease or ailments of livestock which it is claimed that the livestock drug will alleviate or cure. (e) Adequate instructions as to use and administration and adequate warnings against improper use and administration of the livestock drug, including adequate withdrawal periods and product disposal times to prevent any dangerous drug residues in products produced by livestock for human consumption. (f) The name and amount of each active drug ingredient. (g) A statement which clearly indicates that the product is not for human use. (h) If the livestock drug is a restricted drug, the words “restricted drug, use only as directed” in conspicuous letters. (i) Such other information as the director may require to ensure proper use to safeguard the health of animals and humans who consume products from such animals. (Amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1224.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

livestock druglabelactive drug ingredientrestricted drugwithdrawal periods

Related Statutes

  • § 14283 Livestock Drug Application Requirements
  • § 14284 Livestock Drug Label Requirements
  • § 14290 Livestock Drug Registration Components
  • § 14203 Livestock Drug Safety Rules
  • § 14281 Livestock Drug Registration Requirement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 14285.
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