14 States
Cottage food laws by state
Cottage food laws let you sell some foods made in your home kitchen. Each state draws the line differently: who needs a permit, how much you can sell, and whether you can ship. We read each state's official guidance; when you outgrow it, a shared commercial kitchen is the next step.
| State | Permit | Sales cap | Sell online |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | County registration or permit | $88,878 / $177,756 | Yes, including mail |
| Florida | None | $250,000 | Yes, including mail order |
| Georgia | None since July 2025 | Not stated | Not stated; delivery allowed |
| Illinois | Local registration | Not stated | Not stated; direct sales only |
| Indiana | None | Not stated | Yes, within Indiana |
| Maryland | None for direct sales | $50,000 | Yes, including mail, in MD |
| Michigan | None | $50,000 | Yes, within Michigan |
| New Jersey | $100 state permit | Not stated | No: in person only |
| North Carolina | Home inspection | Not stated | Yes, including shipping |
| Ohio | None | No cap stated | Ohio only; ODA lists in-person venues |
| Oregon | None | $51,200 | Yes, including mail |
| Texas | None (register for TCS foods) | $150,000 | Yes, with your own delivery |
| Virginia | None | None for low-risk foods | Yes, within Virginia |
| Wisconsin | None | $5,000 | No: events and markets only |
Summaries of each state's guidance. Confirm with your state or county before you start selling.