No. Raw milk sales are prohibited in Peru under Sanitary Food Regulations (Decreto Supremo 007-98-SA), enforced by DIGESA. Only pasteurized or UHT-treated milk may be commercially distributed. Informal markets persist despite strict penalties.
Key Regulations for Raw Milk in Peru
- DIGESA Mandate: The National Health Institute (DIGESA) classifies raw milk as a high-risk product under Reglamento de la Calidad del Agua y Alimentos (DS 031-2010-SA), banning its sale without thermal processing.
- 2026 Compliance Shift: New Ley de Inocuidad Alimentaria (Law 31581) tightens controls, requiring digital traceability for dairy imports and domestic producers, with raw milk shipments subject to immediate confiscation.
- Local Enforcement: Municipal health inspectors (Gerencias de Salud) conduct weekly raids in Lima, Arequipa, and Cusco, targeting unlicensed vendors under Código Sanitario (Decreto Legislativo 584). Fines range from S/ 5,000 to S/ 50,000 (USD 1,300–13,000).