Cottage Food Laws by State
New York Cottage Food Laws
New York's cottage food law allows home producers to sell shelf-stable baked goods and other products directly to consumers. The cap has been removed and free registration is required. Note that chocolate products are prohibited.
Annual cap
No cap
Permit required
No
Venues
4
Last updated
2026
What You Can Sell
The following product types are permitted under the New York cottage food law.
Baked Goods
Permitted- Cakes and cupcakes
- Cookies and brownies
- Muffins and quick breads
- Yeast breads and rolls
- Fruit pies (cream and custard pies require refrigeration and are not permitted)
- Cake pops and dipped treats
- Donuts and pastries
Candies and Confections
Permitted- Chocolates and fudge
- Hard candies and lollipops
- Toffee and caramel (shelf-stable)
- Cake truffles
Preserved and Dry Goods
Permitted- Jams, jellies, and preserves
- Honey and honeycomb
- Dried herbs and spices
- Roasted nuts and trail mix
- Granola and cereal
- Popcorn and flavored popcorn
- Dried pasta (no egg)
Beverages
Permitted- Coffee (roasted or ground, not brewed)
- Dry tea blends
What You Cannot Sell
These product types are not covered by the New York cottage food law and require a commercial kitchen license.
- Meat, poultry, and seafood products
- Dairy products (milk, cheese, butter)
- Items requiring refrigeration (cream pies, cheesecakes)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Fruit and vegetable juices
- Canned low-acid vegetables
Where You Can Sell
New York permits cottage food sales at the following venues.
Direct from your home
Farmers markets
Roadside stands
Craft fairs and festivals
Direct consumer sales at craft fairs are permitted.
Annual Sales Cap
No cap
No annual revenue cap. Free registration with the state is required.
Permit and Registration
No permit or registration required
No permit or license is required under New York's cottage food exemption. Free registration is required.
What a Compliant New York Label Looks Like
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Product
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake Pops
Net Wt: 8 oz (227g)
Sunflower Home Bakery
412 Maple Ave, Springfield, NY
Ingredients:
Enriched Bleached Flour (Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Sugar, Cocoa (Processed with Alkali), Leavening (Baking Soda, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate), Corn Starch, Salt, Soybean Oil; Sugar, Unsweetened Chocolate, Cocoa Butter, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin, Vanilla; Sugar, Corn Starch, Vegetable Oil (Palm), Confectioner's Glaze, Carnauba Wax, FD&C Colors; Water, Propylene Glycol, FD&C Red 40.
Contains:
Made in a Home Kitchen.
Label Requirements
Every cottage food product sold in New York must have a label that includes the following.
| Required field |
|---|
| All 9 FDA major allergens present |
| Complete ingredient list, in descending order by weight |
| Business name |
| Business address |
| Product name |
| Net weight |
| "Not inspected" disclosure statement |
Required Label Disclosure
This exact text must appear on every label you sell in New York.
Made in a Home Kitchen.
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New York Cottage Food — Common Questions
No. New York's cottage food exemption does not require a permit or license as long as you stay under the $50,000 annual sales cap.
You can take orders online, but you must complete the sale in person — either delivering directly or having the customer pick up. Carrier shipping is not permitted under the cottage food exemption.
Yes. Farmers markets are one of the most popular venues for New York cottage food sellers.
Shelf-stable baked goods, candies, jams, dried goods, and similar non-perishable items are permitted. Products requiring refrigeration such as cream-filled pastries or cheesecakes are not allowed.
Law reference: New York Cottage Food Law (New York Agriculture and Markets Law, Section 3-a) · Last updated 2026 · Always verify requirements with your state's department of agriculture before selling.
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