California Processed Food Registration (PFR) — CDPH: Los Angeles restaurant guide
CDPH Food and Drug Branch
What it is
The State's basic health permit for processors of general food commodities (baked goods, sauces, snacks, etc.) sold wholesale; held in addition to the County wholesale permit.
When a restaurant needs it
Manufacturing or processing food for wholesale distribution.
How to apply
Complete the PFR application from the CDPH Registration Documents section and mail it with the fee; CDPH inspects before issuing.
Documents you’ll need
- PFR application
- Product list and labels
- Facility floor plan
- Fee payment
Good to know
Call the FDB licensing desk at (800) 495-3232 or FDBfood@cdph.ca.gov to confirm whether your product needs a PFR or another FDB license (e.g. cannery, bottled water).
Official source
CDPH — Processed Food Registration
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Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Guidance only, not legal advice.