North Carolina Pet Food Regulations

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

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Overview

North Carolina requires commercial feed registration through the Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Food & Drug Protection Division. Annual license $50 plus $25 per product. Tonnage reporting required. AAFCO compliance mandatory.

Feed License

Check State

AAFCO Model

Unknown

Annual Fee

Varies

Per Product Fee

N/A

Legal Citation: N.C.G.S. § 106-284.33 et seq. (North Carolina Commercial Feed Act)

Last verified: 2/28/2026

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