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Oils

Infused oils are a botulism risk and garlic-in-oil is banned from cottage sales

Licensed Facility Required
BannedGarlic-in-oil products
PHFHerb-infused oils are hazardous unless modified
PermitFood processor permit for pressing and bottling
FDANutrition and allergen labeling

What's Covered / Needs a Different Path

What's Covered

  • Pressed or bottled oils made in a permitted facility
  • Oils used as an ingredient in listed baked goods

Needs a Different Path

  • Garlic-in-oil
  • Herb, chili or fruit infused oils from a home kitchen
  • Cosmetic or supplement oils (see those guides)

Compliance Steps

A

Classify

Plain oil or infused.

B

Permit

Apply for a CHFS food processing permit.

C

Label

Meet FDA labeling and allergen rules.

Quick Reference

ItemRuleRegulator
Garlic-in-oilProhibited for home-based processorsCHFS Food Safety Branch
Infused oilsFacility permit and process reviewCHFS
Pressed oilsPermitted facilityCHFS
LabelingNutrition and allergenFDA

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sell rosemary oil?

Not from a home kitchen.

Is olive oil in a jar fine?

Repackaging still needs a permitted path.

Do I need lab testing?

Ask CHFS.

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