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Maryland cottage food label requirements

Maryland (COMAR 10.15.03) requires the exact statement 'Made by a cottage food business that is not subject to Maryland's food safety regulations' in at least 10 pt contrasting type; the wording must be copied exactly. Sales are allowed to consumers, at farmers markets/events, online, and to certain retail food stores, with no state license required.

Required home-kitchen disclosure

“Made by a cottage food business that is not subject to Maryland's food safety regulations.”

This is the statement your state requires, reproduced from its official rule.

Official Maryland source
Annual sales cap
$50,000
Permit / registration
Not required
Online sales
Allowed
Retail / wholesale
Allowed

Permits & training: No state license or food-safety training required under COMAR 10.15.03; producers may request a Department-issued unique ID number from MDH to use on the label in place of their home address. Local jurisdictions may add requirements.

What goes on a Maryland cottage label

  • Product name
  • Cottage food business name and address (or MDH-issued ID number)
  • Ingredients in descending order by weight
  • Allergen declaration
  • Net weight/volume
  • Required disclosure statement in 10 pt or larger, in contrasting color

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Maryland home-kitchen disclosure

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Made by a cottage food business that is not subject to Maryland's food safety regulations.
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Cottage-food rules vary by state and change often. Confirm your label against your state's current requirements. Panelry is not legal advice.

Maryland cottage food label FAQ

What must a cottage food label include in Maryland?
In Maryland, a cottage food label typically includes: Product name; Cottage food business name and address (or MDH-issued ID number); Ingredients in descending order by weight; Allergen declaration; Net weight/volume; Required disclosure statement in 10 pt or larger, in contrasting color. It must also carry the required home-kitchen disclosure shown above.
What is the required home-kitchen disclosure in Maryland?
“Made by a cottage food business that is not subject to Maryland's food safety regulations.” This wording is reproduced from the state's official rule.
Do I need a permit or registration to sell cottage food in Maryland?
Maryland does not require a general cottage-food permit or registration for most sellers. No state license or food-safety training required under COMAR 10.15.03; producers may request a Department-issued unique ID number from MDH to use on the label in place of their home address. Local jurisdictions may add requirements. Always confirm current requirements with the official source linked above.
Can I sell cottage food online in Maryland?
Yes. Maryland allows cottage food to be sold online. Check the official source for current rules on delivery and shipping.
Is there a sales cap for cottage food in Maryland?
Yes. Maryland caps annual cottage food sales at $50,000 gross.
Do I need a Nutrition Facts panel for cottage food in Maryland?
Usually not for direct cottage-food sales. Most sellers only need the ingredient, allergen, net-weight, and disclosure label this page's free tool makes. You generally do need an FDA Nutrition Facts panel once you sell into retail or wholesale, ship across state lines, or make a nutrient claim like “low sugar.”

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Verify before selling

Cottage-food rules change often. Confirm Maryland's current requirements with the official source above before printing or selling. Panelry is not affiliated with any government agency and does not provide legal advice. See our disclaimer.

Last verified July 2026 against Maryland's official cottage-food guidance (linked above) · Panelry