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Washington cottage food label requirements

Washington requires the exact WAC-mandated disclosure 'Made in a home kitchen that has not been subject to standard inspection criteria.' in 11-point type, plus business name and WSDA permit number on every label. A Cottage Food Operation Permit (with inspection and training) is required; sales are capped at $35,000/year and limited to direct-to-consumer channels (in-state pickup/delivery for online orders), with no sales into retail stores, restaurants, or wholesale.

Required home-kitchen disclosure

“Made in a home kitchen that has not been subject to standard inspection criteria.”

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

Official Washington source
Annual sales cap
$35,000
Permit / registration
Required
Online sales
Allowed
Retail / wholesale
Direct only

Permits & training: Requires a WSDA Cottage Food Operation Permit, which includes application, a kitchen inspection, and food-safety/processor training. Business name and permit number must appear on every label.

What goes on a Washington cottage label

  • Business name and Cottage Food Operation Permit number
  • Descriptive product name
  • Full ingredient list in descending order by weight (sub-ingredients in parentheses)
  • Net weight or volume (imperial units)
  • Allergen disclosure (federal FALCPA/FASTER Act)
  • Nutrition info only if a nutritional claim is made
  • Disclosure statement in 11-pt type

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Washington home-kitchen disclosure

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

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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.

Washington cottage food label FAQ

What must a cottage food label include in Washington?
In Washington, a cottage food label typically includes: Business name and Cottage Food Operation Permit number; Descriptive product name; Full ingredient list in descending order by weight (sub-ingredients in parentheses); Net weight or volume (imperial units); Allergen disclosure (federal FALCPA/FASTER Act); Nutrition info only if a nutritional claim is made; Disclosure statement in 11-pt type. It must also carry the required home-kitchen disclosure shown above.
What is the required home-kitchen disclosure in Washington?
“Made in a home kitchen that has not been subject to standard inspection criteria.” This wording is reproduced from the state's official rule.
Do I need a permit or registration to sell cottage food in Washington?
Yes. Washington requires a permit or registration for cottage food sales. Requires a WSDA Cottage Food Operation Permit, which includes application, a kitchen inspection, and food-safety/processor training. Business name and permit number must appear on every label. Always confirm current requirements with the official source linked above.
Can I sell cottage food online in Washington?
Yes. Washington 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 Washington?
Yes. Washington caps annual cottage food sales at $35,000 gross.
Do I need a Nutrition Facts panel for cottage food in Washington?
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 Washington'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 Washington's official cottage-food guidance (linked above) · Panelry