Washington caps cottage food sales at $75,000 per year and requires a low-cost food worker card.
Washington caps cottage food sales at $75,000 per year and requires a low-cost food worker card.
A cottage food permit from the Washington State Department of Agriculture is required.
A food worker card (about $10) is required.
A local business license may be required.
A home kitchen inspection is generally required.
Not legal advice — label wording and requirements can change. Do your own research with Washington State Department of Agriculture before printing labels.
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Yes. Washington allows home bakers to sell approved homemade goods directly to consumers under its cottage food rules. Washington caps cottage food sales at $75,000 per year and requires a low-cost food worker card.
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 Washington State Department of Agriculture.
A cottage food permit from the Washington State Department of Agriculture is required.
Washington's cottage food annual sales limit is: $75,000 per year.