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50 State Guide

Cottage Food Laws by State

Every state has different rules for selling food from home. We break them down in plain English — what you can sell, how much you can earn, whether online sales are allowed, and exactly how to get started.

51Guides
17Allow Online Sales
6Food Freedom States

How We Categorize State Laws

Green — Full Online Sales

States where cottage food producers can sell online, ship within the state, and reach customers through digital channels. These producers can sell on FSD.

Yellow — Partial / Restricted

States that allow some online ordering but restrict shipping or delivery methods. Often require in-person handoff or producer-only delivery.

Red — In-Person Only

States where cottage food sales are limited to face-to-face transactions at farmers markets or similar venues. No online sales or delivery.

Full Online Sales Allowed

17 states where cottage food producers can sell online

Partial Online / Delivery Restrictions

27 states with limited online or delivery options

Guide Only — Restricted Online Sales

7 states where online cottage food sales are not permitted. These guides are informational only.

Ready to Start?

Ready to Start Selling?

If your state allows online cottage food sales, Food Store Direct can help you reach customers across your state. No listing fees. No monthly charges. We handle the platform — you make the food.