Illinois Pet Food Regulations

Commercial feed licensing, AAFCO compliance, and labeling requirements for pet treat businesses

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Overview

Illinois requires commercial feed registration through the Department of Agriculture Bureau of Ag Product Inspection. Annual feed distributor license $40-$3,500 (tonnage-based). No separate per-product fee. Tonnage inspection fees apply. Strict AAFCO label compliance enforced.

Feed License

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AAFCO Model

Unknown

Annual Fee

Varies

Per Product Fee

N/A

Legal Citation: 505 ILCS 30/1 et seq. (Illinois Commercial Feed Act)

Last verified: 2/28/2026

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