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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 15Pt. 3Ch. 8Art. 3§ 39411 Margarine Labeling Requirements

§ 39411 Margarine Labeling Requirements

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§ 39411 Margarine Labeling Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't sell margarine or spreads without a proper label.
  • •The label must clearly say what it is (like 'margarine') in big, easy-to-see letters.
  • •The label must show who made it, how much is inside, and what ingredients are used.

Example

You buy a tub of spread at the store.

The tub must have a big, clear label saying 'margarine' or 'spread' so you know what you're buying. It must also list who made it, how much is in the tub, and all the ingredients inside.

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

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§ 39411 Margarine Labeling Requirements

It is unlawful for any person to sell any margarine, dairy spread, or spread, unless there is printed upon the label of each and every package, or other container in which the margarine, dairy spread, or spread is put up for sale or sold at retail all of the following: (a) The words “oleomargarine,” “margarine,” “dairy spread,” or “spread,” as the case may be, in letters which are at least as large as any other type or lettering on the label. The word “oleomargarine,” “margarine,” “dairy spread,” or “spread” shall be of a color in strong contrast to the color of the container. (b) The name and address of the manufacturer or distributor. (c) The net weight of the contents. (d) A full and accurate statement of all the ingredients which are contained in the substance in the package. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 512, Sec. 13.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

margarinedairy spreadspreadlabelingredients

Related Statutes

  • § 39351 Margarine And Spread Regulations
  • § 39352 Margarine Shipping Labeling Requirements
  • § 39353 Margarine Labeling Requirements
  • § 39381 Margarine And Spread Standards
  • § 39382 Margarine Package Labeling Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 39411.
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