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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 12Pt. 4Ch. 1Art. 12§ 27632 California Egg Labeling Fraud

§ 27632 California Egg Labeling Fraud

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§ 27632 California Egg Labeling Fraud

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't label eggs as 'Produced in California' if they weren't made in California.
  • •It's illegal to trick people into thinking eggs are from California when they're not.
  • •This rule is about being honest where eggs come from.

Example

A store sells eggs with a label that says 'Produced in California,' but the eggs actually came from another state.

The store is breaking the law because they lied about where the eggs were made. They have to tell the truth about where the eggs come from.

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

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§ 27632 California Egg Labeling Fraud

It is unlawful for any person to mark any eggs which were not produced in this state “Produced in California” or represent them in any manner to be a product of this state. (Added by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1009.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

Produced in Californiaproduct of this state

Related Statutes

  • § 27631 Violating Chapter Provisions
  • § 27633 Egg Handler Registration Requirement
  • § 27634 Egg Container Labeling Rights
  • § 27635 Egg Species Labeling Requirements
  • § 27636 Egg Quality Labeling Standards

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 27632.
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