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Rhode Island cottage food label requirements

Rhode Island (RIGL 21-27-6.2) limits registered Cottage Food Manufacturers to certain non-perishable baked goods sold direct-to-consumer only (pickup or delivery within the state; no sales to grocery stores, restaurants, or other resellers), capped at $50,000 per calendar year. Labels must carry the exact 'Made by a Cottage Food Business Registrant...' disclosure in at least 10-point contrasting type plus name/address/phone, ingredients, and allergens.

Required home-kitchen disclosure

“Made by a Cottage Food Business Registrant That is Not Subject to Routine Government Food Safety Inspection.”

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

Official Rhode Island source
Annual sales cap
$50,000
Permit / registration
Required
Online sales
Allowed
Retail / wholesale
Direct only

Permits & training: Must register as a Cottage Food Manufacturer with the RI Department of Health (RIDOH): application, notarized affidavit of compliance, completion of an approved food safety training/food handler course, product list and labels, and a $65 annual registration fee (valid one year).

What goes on a Rhode Island cottage label

  • Business name, address, and telephone number
  • Ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight or volume
  • Allergen information per federal and state requirements
  • Disclosure statement printed in at least 10-point type in a clear and conspicuous manner that contrasts with the label background

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Rhode Island home-kitchen disclosure

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

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Made by a Cottage Food Business Registrant That is Not Subject to Routine Government Food Safety Inspection.
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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.

Rhode Island cottage food label FAQ

What must a cottage food label include in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, a cottage food label typically includes: Business name, address, and telephone number; Ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight or volume; Allergen information per federal and state requirements; Disclosure statement printed in at least 10-point type in a clear and conspicuous manner that contrasts with the label background. It must also carry the required home-kitchen disclosure shown above.
What is the required home-kitchen disclosure in Rhode Island?
“Made by a Cottage Food Business Registrant That is Not Subject to Routine Government Food Safety Inspection.” This wording is reproduced from the state's official rule.
Do I need a permit or registration to sell cottage food in Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island requires a permit or registration for cottage food sales. Must register as a Cottage Food Manufacturer with the RI Department of Health (RIDOH): application, notarized affidavit of compliance, completion of an approved food safety training/food handler course, product list and labels, and a $65 annual registration fee (valid one year). Always confirm current requirements with the official source linked above.
Can I sell cottage food online in Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island caps annual cottage food sales at $50,000 gross.
Do I need a Nutrition Facts panel for cottage food in Rhode Island?
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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Cottage-food rules change often. Confirm Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island's official cottage-food guidance (linked above) · Panelry