Know the Rules Before
You Bake to Sell.
Cottage food laws vary by state — and getting it wrong can shut you down before you even get started. This 16-page guide covers all 50 states with plain-English rules so you can sell with confidence, not guesswork.
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What's Inside
16 pages covering every state, A to Z
Where You Can Sell
Farmers markets, online, retail stores, direct from home — exactly what's allowed in your state.
Sales Limits & Caps
Annual revenue limits, from no cap at all to state-specific ceilings you need to know before scaling.
Permits & Registration
Whether you need a permit, a registration, a food safety course, or nothing at all.
What Foods Are Allowed
Baked goods, jams, acidified foods, dairy — what's legal to sell varies more than you'd expect.
Labeling Requirements
Exactly what must appear on your packaging — disclaimer text, allergen info, and more.
Friendly / Moderate / Restrictive
Each state rated at a glance so you know immediately how much room you have to grow.
Made by a baker, for bakers.
I built this guide because I spent way too many hours trying to figure out my own state's rules — and every website I found was either outdated or buried in legal language. This one is clear, current, and designed for real home bakers.
Marcia