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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 9Pt. 3Ch. 4Art. 1§ 18664 Livestock Product Definition

§ 18664 Livestock Product Definition

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 18664 Livestock Product Definition

This law defines what counts as a livestock product for food safety rules.

Key Takeaways

  • •Includes whole animals, any body parts, meat, and processed meat.
  • •Applies to any animal classified as livestock.
  • •Used to regulate food safety and labeling.

Example

A grocery store sells packaged chicken breasts in the meat aisle.

The chicken comes from a bird, which is livestock, so the chicken breasts are a livestock product under this definition.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 18664 Livestock Product Definition

“Livestock product” means any carcass, part of a carcass, meat, or meat food product of any livestock. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1385.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

Livestock productcarcassmeatmeat food productlivestock

Related Statutes

  • § 18944 Livestock Product Definition
  • § 18665 Meat Product Definition
  • § 18352 Livestock Packer Definition
  • § 18669 Livestock Inspection Facilities
  • § 18671 Official Inspection Marks

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 18664.
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