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Minnesota cottage food label requirements

Minnesota (Minn. Stat. 28A.152) requires annual MDA registration, food-safety training, and the exact label/point-of-sale statement 'These products are homemade and not subject to state inspection,' capped at $78,000 gross annual sales. Online advertising/ordering is allowed but food must currently be handed to the customer in person (in-state shipping begins Aug 1, 2027); sales to stores or wholesale are not permitted.

Required home-kitchen disclosure

“These products are homemade and not subject to state inspection.”

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

Official Minnesota source
Annual sales cap
$78,000
Permit / registration
Required
Online sales
Allowed
Retail / wholesale
Direct only

Permits & training: Must register annually with the Minnesota Dept. of Agriculture (renew by March 31) and complete required food-safety training (Tier 1 or Tier 2 by sales volume) and pass an exam. A $50 registration fee applies once annual sales exceed the lower-tier threshold.

What goes on a Minnesota cottage label

  • Producer/business name
  • Registration number OR address
  • Date the food was prepared
  • Ingredients in descending order by weight
  • Allergen common names
  • Required advisory statement (10 pt minimum, in English)

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Minnesota home-kitchen disclosure

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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.

Minnesota cottage food label FAQ

What must a cottage food label include in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, a cottage food label typically includes: Producer/business name; Registration number OR address; Date the food was prepared; Ingredients in descending order by weight; Allergen common names; Required advisory statement (10 pt minimum, in English). It must also carry the required home-kitchen disclosure shown above.
What is the required home-kitchen disclosure in Minnesota?
“These products are homemade and not subject to state inspection.” This wording is reproduced from the state's official rule.
Do I need a permit or registration to sell cottage food in Minnesota?
Yes. Minnesota requires a permit or registration for cottage food sales. Must register annually with the Minnesota Dept. of Agriculture (renew by March 31) and complete required food-safety training (Tier 1 or Tier 2 by sales volume) and pass an exam. A $50 registration fee applies once annual sales exceed the lower-tier threshold. Always confirm current requirements with the official source linked above.
Can I sell cottage food online in Minnesota?
Yes. Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
Yes. Minnesota caps annual cottage food sales at $78,000 gross.
Do I need a Nutrition Facts panel for cottage food in Minnesota?
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 Minnesota'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 Minnesota's official cottage-food guidance (linked above) · Panelry