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New York Cottage Food Laws
Everything you need to know about selling homemade food from your kitchen in New York.
New York is one of the only states that explicitly bans chocolate and chocolate-covered items from cottage food sales, citing the lack of a thermal kill step during tempering as a food safety risk.
Overview
New York receives a grade of B (Friendly) for cottage food friendliness. The state has no annual revenue cap. Sellers need product labeling. Online sales are allowed, and delivery is permitted. Allowed items include Baked goods, Jams, Jellies, Honey, Dried fruits, and Dried vegetables, and 10 more categories. Restricted items include Chocolate and chocolate-covered items, Meat, Dairy, and Perishable baked goods, among others. Free registration with NY Dept of Agriculture & Markets (no fee, no expiration). No home inspection required. Chocolate is uniquely banned due to tempering safety concerns. Online/mail order allowed only within New York State.
Annual revenue cap
No cap
Requirements
✓No license required
✓Labeling required
✓Delivery allowed
✓Online sales allowed
Sales channels
What you can sell
What you can't sell
Notes
Free registration with NY Dept of Agriculture & Markets (no fee, no expiration). No home inspection required. Chocolate is uniquely banned due to tempering safety concerns. Online/mail order allowed only within New York State.
Frequently asked questions about New York cottage food laws
Common questions about selling homemade food in New York, updated for 2026.
- Can you sell food from home in New York in 2026?
- Yes, New York has a cottage food law that allows selling homemade food from a residential kitchen. No license or permit is required to start selling. New York earns a grade of B (Friendly) for cottage food friendliness.
- Do I need a license to sell food from home in New York?
- No, New York does not require a license or permit to sell cottage food from your home kitchen. However, proper product labeling is required.
- How much money can you make selling cottage food in New York?
- New York has no annual revenue cap on cottage food sales. There is no legal limit on how much you can earn selling homemade food from your kitchen.
- What foods can you sell from home in New York?
- In New York, allowed cottage food items include Baked goods, Jams, Jellies, Honey, Dried fruits, Dried vegetables, Herbs, Spices, Candy (no chocolate), Granola, Popcorn, Nuts and seeds, Bagels, Pasta noodles, Crackers, and Syrups. Items you cannot sell under cottage food law include Chocolate and chocolate-covered items, Meat, Dairy, Perishable baked goods, Sauces, Pickles, Fermented foods, Nut butters, and Low-acid canned foods.
- Can I sell jams from home in New York?
- Yes, jams are on the list of allowed cottage food items in New York. All cottage food products must be sold according to New York's labeling, sales channel, and other requirements.
- Can I sell honey from home in New York?
- Yes, honey is on the list of allowed cottage food items in New York. All cottage food products must be sold according to New York's labeling, sales channel, and other requirements.
- Can I sell pickles in New York under cottage food laws?
- No, pickles are restricted under New York's cottage food law. Selling pickles typically requires a commercial kitchen license or other permits.
- Can I sell dairy in New York under cottage food laws?
- No, dairy is restricted under New York's cottage food law. Selling dairy typically requires a commercial kitchen license or other permits.
- Can you sell cottage food online in New York?
- Yes, New York allows online sales of cottage food products. Delivery and shipping within the state are also permitted.
- Can I sell at farmers markets in New York?
- Yes, farmers markets are an approved sales channel for cottage food in New York. Other allowed channels include Direct to consumer, Online (in-state only), Retail stores, Restaurants, and Mail order (in-state).
- What labeling is required for cottage food in New York?
- New York requires labeling on all cottage food products. Labels typically must include your business name, address, product name, ingredients list, allergen warnings, net weight, and a disclaimer stating the product was made in a home kitchen. Check your state's specific requirements for exact label content.
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Disclaimer:This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Cottage food laws change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your state's department of agriculture before selling. OrderPost is not responsible for any actions taken based on this information.