Egg Handler/Dealer License

Businesses that produce, handle, contract for, obtain possession, control, or process eggs for sale

You apply by completing an application form through Business Licensing Service

$30 first location and $15 for each additional location

A Washington State Egg Handler/Dealer License is required for businesses or persons that produce, handle, contract for, or obtain possession or control of eggs for sale to wholesalers, dealers or retailers within or into Washington; or for processing and sale to wholesalers, dealers, retailers, foodservice, institutional consumers, or consumers within or into Washington.

• Type of Ownership (Sole Proprietor, Corporation, etc.)
• Business location and mailing address
• Owner names and addresses
• Social security number is required for all sole proprietors and spouse. It is also required for all partners, officers, and LLC members of businesses that will have employees
• Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN or FEIN) for legal entities (i.e., corporations, limited liability companies, etc.)
• E-Check payment information (bank name, routing number, bank account type, type of account, etc.)

Local health districts have jurisdiction over farmers markets in their areas and may conduct market inspections to assure vendor compliance with local rules and regulations.

License issued by Business Licensing Service

• 10 business days if submitted online and 20 business days if submitted via US mail

Annual license

Chapter 69.25 RCW and Chapter 16-104 WAC

Upon notice by the Department to deny, revoke, or suspend a license, a person may request a hearing under chapter 34.05 RCW.

WSDA Food Safety Program
1111 Washington Street SE
Olympia, WA 98504
Phone: 360-902-1876
Email: foodsafety@agr.wa.gov
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