EIN Application Guide: Bakeries LLC in California (2026)

Bakeries produce food products that can trigger severe allergic reactions, foodborne illness, or choking hazards. A single allergen mislabeling incident can result in a life-threatening situation and a massive lawsuit. An LLC protects your personal assets from these food safety claims and is typically required for health department permits and commercial kitchen leases. In California, bakeries face additional considerations including state-specific franchise taxes, license requirements, and compliance obligations that make getting your LLC structure right from the start even more important.

• What is an EIN and who needs one
• Applying online at IRS.gov (instant issuance)
• Fax and mail applications for non-residents
• EIN for single-member vs. multi-member LLCs
• Third-party designee authorization
• Replacing a lost CP-575 with Form 147C

Note: Additional $800 annual franchise tax for LLCs and corporations

• Severe allergic reactions from mislabeled ingredients
• Foodborne illness claims from contaminated products
• Employee burns from ovens, fryers, or hot equipment
• Health code violations and regulatory fines