New York State Food Regulations
Your centralized portal for state and municipal compliance directories in New York. Confirm Sanitary Code Subpart 14-1 rules, the critical November 2026 premises-packed allergen labeling requirements, and local NYC food codes.
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New York enforces strict environmental, food safety, and allergen disclosure guidelines across state-level health divisions and regional municipalities.
Active New York Statutes
NY Allergen Law (A6558A / S5381)
Premises-Packed Allergen Markings
Applies to all food establishments preparing and packing grab-and-go items on-site (such as delis, bakeries, cafes, and restaurant counters). Requires packaging labels to explicitly call out any of the 9 major food allergens.
NYS Public Health Law § 1356
Restaurant Allergen Alerts
Mandates all food establishments to post allergen training posters in staff food preparation areas and include clear statements on all dining menus prompting patrons to inform servers of any food allergy concerns.
NYS Polystyrene Foam Ban
Takeout & Storage Restrictions
Prohibits all food service establishments from distributing, selling, or offering expanded polystyrene foam food containers, cups, and loose fill packaging statewide.
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