§ 110020 Raw Agricultural Commodity Definition

Health and Safety Code·California

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This law explains what 'raw agricultural commodity' means. It's food that's still in its natural state, like fruits or veggies that might be washed or colored but aren't peeled or cooked yet.

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•Raw agricultural commodity is food that hasn't been processed much.
•It includes fruits and veggies that might be washed or colored but are still in their natural form.
•Once you peel or cook the food, it's no longer a raw agricultural commodity.

Example

You buy an apple at the grocery store.

That apple is a 'raw agricultural commodity' because it's still in its natural form, even if it's been washed or had some color added to make it look nicer.

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§ 110020 Raw Agricultural Commodity Definition

“Raw agricultural commodity” means any food in its raw or natural state. It includes, but is not limited to, any fruit that is washed, colored, or otherwise treated in its unpeeled natural form prior to marketing. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

raw agricultural commodity raw or natural state washed, colored, or otherwise treated unpeeled natural form

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 110020.

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