Louisiana § RS 3:20 - Labeling of organic food
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 3:20 — Labeling of organic food, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 3:20. Labeling of organic food
No person shall use the term "organic food" or any derivative of the term "organic" in the labeling or advertising of a food, unless the growth and composition of such food product meets the requirements contained in the Code of Federal Regulations, 7 CFR Part 205, the National Organic Program Standards.
Acts 2012, No. 14, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 3:20
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 3:20 cover?
Section RS 3:20 ("Labeling of organic food") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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