Egg Cartons and Labeling Requirements:

Submit label to your Sanitarian for review prior to retail sale of eggs. All cartons must have name and address of business (farm)*, identity (eggs), quantity, grade, size, grader's license number, and the following statement:

SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: To prevent illness from bacteria keep eggs refrigerated, cook eggs until yolks are firm, and cook foods containing eggs thoroughly. The text box surrounding the Safe Handling Instructions is required.

The text box surrounding the Safe Handling Instructions is required.

• If the business / farm is listed in a phone directory or a business directory then; name, city, state and zip code suffice. If not, a physical address must be on the label.

When you are ready to proceed in acquiring your license, please call your district Sanitarian to answer any additional questions that you may have and to start the licensing process.

Thank you for your interest in attaining an Egg Grader/Candler's license!