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West Virginia cottage food label requirements

West Virginia's SB 44 (effective June 12, 2026) permits cottage food sales in-state, including online, direct to consumers with no revenue cap; sales through retail food establishments are no longer allowed. Non-potentially-hazardous foods need no permit. The exact disclosure wording is set by WVDA rule under SB 44, so verify the current wording with WVDA before printing.

Required home-kitchen disclosure

“This product was made in a non-commercial kitchen that may not be subject to inspection and may contain cross-contact allergens not included in the allergen statement.”

This is a conservative disclosure based on your state's rule. Confirm the exact wording with your state before printing.

Official West Virginia source
Annual sales cap
No cap / not specified
Permit / registration
Not required
Online sales
Allowed
Retail / wholesale
Direct only

Permits & training: Non-potentially-hazardous cottage foods need no license, permit, or fee. Potentially hazardous/acidified/pickled/fermented foods require a WVDA Farmers Market Vendor Permit (~$35) and are limited to farmers markets. WVDA offers free label review for acidified foods. Note: SB 44 is in force (effective June 12, 2026). Verify current wording with WVDA (productlabeling@wvda.us).

What goes on a West Virginia cottage label

  • Product common/usual name
  • Producer name, home address, and telephone number
  • Ingredients listed in descending order of predominance by weight
  • Federal (Big-9) allergen statement
  • Net weight or volume
  • "MADE IN A WV ____ KITCHEN" (home/farm/community/commercial) in capital, bold, 10-point-or-larger type
  • For honey: "Please do not feed to infants under 1 year of age."

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West Virginia home-kitchen disclosure

This is a conservative disclosure based on your state's rule. Confirm the exact wording with your state before selling. 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.

West Virginia cottage food label FAQ

What must a cottage food label include in West Virginia?
In West Virginia, a cottage food label typically includes: Product common/usual name; Producer name, home address, and telephone number; Ingredients listed in descending order of predominance by weight; Federal (Big-9) allergen statement; Net weight or volume; "MADE IN A WV ____ KITCHEN" (home/farm/community/commercial) in capital, bold, 10-point-or-larger type; For honey: "Please do not feed to infants under 1 year of age.". It must also carry the required home-kitchen disclosure shown above.
What is the required home-kitchen disclosure in West Virginia?
“This product was made in a non-commercial kitchen that may not be subject to inspection and may contain cross-contact allergens not included in the allergen statement.” This is a conservative reading of the state's rule. Confirm the exact wording with the official source before printing.
Do I need a permit or registration to sell cottage food in West Virginia?
West Virginia does not require a general cottage-food permit or registration for most sellers. Non-potentially-hazardous cottage foods need no license, permit, or fee. Potentially hazardous/acidified/pickled/fermented foods require a WVDA Farmers Market Vendor Permit (~$35) and are limited to farmers markets. WVDA offers free label review for acidified foods. Note: SB 44 is in force (effective June 12, 2026). Verify current wording with WVDA (productlabeling@wvda.us). Always confirm current requirements with the official source linked above.
Can I sell cottage food online in West Virginia?
Yes. West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
West Virginia does not specify a general annual sales cap for cottage food. Confirm with the official source.
Do I need a Nutrition Facts panel for cottage food in West Virginia?
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 West Virginia'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 West Virginia's official cottage-food guidance (linked above) · Panelry