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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 15Pt. 1Ch. 10Art. 6§ 34653 Dairy Equipment Brand Protection

§ 34653 Dairy Equipment Brand Protection

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 34653 Dairy Equipment Brand Protection

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't hide or remove any brand marks on dairy containers or equipment without asking the director first.
  • •You can't buy, sell, or trade dairy containers or equipment unless it follows the rules in Section 34562.

Example

If you have an old milk tank with a brand on it and you want to paint over the brand to sell it.

You can't just paint over the brand and sell it. You have to ask the director for permission first. If you don't, you're breaking the law.

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

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§ 34653 Dairy Equipment Brand Protection

It is unlawful for any person to do any of the following: (a) Erase, obliterate, cover up, or conceal any brand without first notifying the director and receiving his approval. (b) Sell, buy, give, take, or otherwise traffic in such containers, cabinets, or other dairy equipment, except as provided in Section 34562. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

brandcontainerscabinetsdairy equipment

Related Statutes

  • § 34652 Unauthorized Dairy Brand Use
  • § 34531 Dairy Brand Registration Requirements
  • § 34534 Brand Registration Conflicts
  • § 34561 Returning Branded Dairy Equipment
  • § 34562 Branded Dairy Equipment Transfer

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 34653.
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