The Directory

Cottage food laws by state.

Every US state plus DC has a cottage food law. They range from "Freedom" — sell almost anything direct, no cap — to "Poor" — significant restrictions. Pick your state for the full breakdown.

Freedom

8 jurisdictions

Sell almost anything direct to consumer, no sales cap.

Great

12 jurisdictions

No or high sales cap, broad product list, multiple channels.

Good

19 jurisdictions

Solid law with moderate restrictions.

Okay

9 jurisdictions

Sales caps and/or limited channels.

District of Columbia

Poor

3 jurisdictions

Heavy restrictions on products, channels, or permits.