Arkansas has no statewide sales cap for cottage food producers and does not require a state permit or food handler course to sell non-perishable homemade foods.
Arkansas has no statewide sales cap for cottage food producers and does not require a state permit or food handler course to sell non-perishable homemade foods.
No state permit required for cottage food sales.
Not required for cottage food operations.
A local business license may be required — check with your city or county.
Not required for cottage food operations.
Not legal advice — label wording and requirements can change. Do your own research with Arkansas Department of Health before printing labels.
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Yes. Arkansas allows home bakers to sell approved homemade goods directly to consumers under its cottage food rules. Arkansas has no statewide sales cap for cottage food producers and does not require a state permit or food handler course to sell non-perishable homemade foods.
Typically allowed items include Cookies, brownies, and bars, Cakes and cupcakes (no cream, custard, or perishable fillings), Quick breads and yeast breads, Pies and pastries (fruit-based, not cream or custard), Candy, fudge, and confections, and similar non-perishable homemade goods. Foods that require refrigeration, such as cream pies and cheesecakes, are generally not allowed. Always confirm the current list with Arkansas Department of Health.
No state permit required for cottage food sales.
Arkansas's cottage food annual sales limit is: No statewide sales limit.