No. Raw milk sales are prohibited in Egypt under the 2024 amendments to the Executive Regulations of the Food Safety Law No. 181 of 2017, enforced by the Egyptian Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Unpasteurized dairy products face strict bans due to public health risks, with penalties including fines up to EGP 500,000 for violations.
Key Regulations for Raw Milk in Egypt
- Mandatory Pasteurization: All milk intended for human consumption must undergo pasteurization or ultra-high-temperature (UHT) treatment, as stipulated in EFSA’s 2025 technical guidelines.
- Licensing Prohibitions: The EFSA explicitly denies licenses for raw milk production, distribution, or sale, aligning with the World Health Organization’s recommendations adopted by Egypt.
- Enforcement Mechanisms: Local governorates conduct routine inspections under the Ministry of Agriculture’s 2026 action plan, targeting unlicensed dairy vendors with immediate product seizures and legal action.
Non-compliance triggers administrative penalties under Law No. 181, with criminal charges possible for repeat offenders. Exemptions exist only for direct farm-to-consumer sales under strict EFSA-approved conditions, requiring on-site testing and traceability systems.