Raw Milk and the Swiss Regulatory Framework
Detailed overview of how raw milk vending machines operate legally in Switzerland and the regulatory arrangement under Swiss food law.
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Sold through approximately 400 farm vending machines. Swiss food regulations require machines to carry a notice that the milk requires heating before consumption.
Legal Status & Regulations
Switzerland has approximately 400 raw milk vending machines operated by farms. Swiss food law does not authorize raw milk for direct human consumption without heating; however, vending machines carry a label stating consumers must heat the milk before drinking rather than an explicit prohibition. Article 13 of the Federal Act on Foodstuffs and Utility Articles gives authorities the power to impose special labeling requirements for specific dangers, but this option has not been used to mandate a risk warning on raw milk.
The arrangement functions as a regulatory tolerance rather than an explicit legal authorization for raw consumption. The Swiss Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO / BLV) oversees food safety standards. Raw milk is widely consumed in Switzerland despite the labeling requirement, and no ban has been introduced.
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