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Michigan cottage food label requirements

Michigan requires the exact statement 'Made in a home kitchen that has not been inspected by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development' in 11 pt or larger contrasting type, with no license needed. A March 2026 amendment raised the annual gross sales cap to $50,000 and newly permits internet/mail-order and third-party-delivery sales (with a prior direct/virtual interaction); wholesale and distribution to stores remain prohibited.

Required home-kitchen disclosure

“Made in a home kitchen that has not been inspected by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.”

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

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

Permits & training: No license, registration, or inspection required under Michigan's Cottage Food Law (MCL 289.4102). Required statement must be printed in at least 11-point font in a color contrasting the background.

What goes on a Michigan cottage label

  • Product name
  • Cottage food operation name and physical home address
  • Ingredients in descending order by weight
  • Allergen declaration
  • Net weight/volume
  • Required disclosure statement in 11 pt or larger, contrasting color

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Michigan home-kitchen disclosure

This is the statement your state requires on the label. Official source ↗

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Made in a home kitchen that has not been inspected by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.
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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.

Michigan cottage food label FAQ

What must a cottage food label include in Michigan?
In Michigan, a cottage food label typically includes: Product name; Cottage food operation name and physical home address; Ingredients in descending order by weight; Allergen declaration; Net weight/volume; Required disclosure statement in 11 pt or larger, contrasting color. It must also carry the required home-kitchen disclosure shown above.
What is the required home-kitchen disclosure in Michigan?
“Made in a home kitchen that has not been inspected by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.” This wording is reproduced from the state's official rule.
Do I need a permit or registration to sell cottage food in Michigan?
Michigan does not require a general cottage-food permit or registration for most sellers. No license, registration, or inspection required under Michigan's Cottage Food Law (MCL 289.4102). Required statement must be printed in at least 11-point font in a color contrasting the background. Always confirm current requirements with the official source linked above.
Can I sell cottage food online in Michigan?
Yes. Michigan 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 Michigan?
Yes. Michigan caps annual cottage food sales at $50,000 gross.
Do I need a Nutrition Facts panel for cottage food in Michigan?
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 Michigan'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 Michigan's official cottage-food guidance (linked above) · Panelry