No, raw milk sales are prohibited for direct human consumption in the Czech Republic under the Hygiene Decree No. 107/2001 Coll., as amended. Only heat-treated milk may be commercially distributed, aligning with EU food safety standards enforced by the State Veterinary Administration (SVA) and the Czech Agriculture and Food Inspection Authority (CAFIA). Unpasteurized milk may only be sold on-farm for animal consumption or as animal feed, with strict traceability requirements.
Key Regulations for Raw Milk in Czech Republic
- Ban on Direct Sale: Hygiene Decree No. 107/2001 Coll. explicitly prohibits the sale of raw milk for human consumption, including via vending machines or farm shops.
- On-Farm Exemptions: Raw milk may be sold directly to consumers for animal consumption only, with mandatory labeling stating “For animal consumption only—must be boiled before human consumption.”
- 2026 Compliance Shifts: The Food Act No. 110/1997 Coll. and EU Regulation 2017/625 will tighten controls, requiring SVA-approved risk assessments for any raw milk distribution, even for pet food.
Violations incur fines up to CZK 10 million (€400,000) under Act No. 166/1999 Coll. on veterinary care, with CAFIA conducting unannounced inspections. The Czech Republic’s stance mirrors EU-wide restrictions, prioritizing public health over consumer demand for unpasteurized products.