Cottage Food Laws in Arizona (2026)
Complete guide to Arizona's cottage food laws: No limit annual limit, registration required, and online sales allowed.
Arizona is one of the most permissive cottage food states. No sales cap, nearly any food allowed (including meat, which is rare). HB2042 (signed March 2024) expanded to allow perishable foods. Over 10,000 registered cottage food businesses. Food handler cert required. Perishable/meat/dairy items cannot be sold via third-party delivery platforms.
Quick Facts for Arizona
Annual Sales Limit
No limit
Registration/Permit
Required — Must register with the Arizona Department of Health Services online registry. Food handler training course required from an accredited program.
Kitchen Inspection
No inspection required
Food Handler Certification
Yes — food safety course required
Online Sales
Yes — online ordering allowed
Governing Agency
Legislation: ARS § 36-931 through 36-933; HB2042 (2024, expanded to perishable foods)
What You Can Sell in Arizona
Allowed Products
- Baked goods (cakes, cookies, breads, pastries)
- Candy and confections
- Jams, jellies, and preserves
- Dried fruits and vegetables
- Granola and trail mixes
- Popcorn
- Honey
- Roasted coffee
- Foods containing meat or poultry (with restrictions — must be sold/delivered in person)
- Dairy-containing products (with restrictions — must be sold/delivered in person)
- Other perishable foods (expanded by HB2042 in 2024)
Not Allowed
- Alcoholic beverages
- Cannabis/CBD-infused products
- Raw milk
Where You Can Sell in Arizona
Labeling Requirements in Arizona
Every product you sell must include these on the label:
How to Start a Cottage Food Business in Arizona
Verify your products are allowed
Arizona allows specific non-potentially-hazardous foods. See the allowed products list above. If your product isn't listed, check with Arizona Department of Health Services.
Complete required food safety training
Arizona requires a food handler certification or food safety course. These are typically available online for $10-$30.
Register with your state
Must register with the Arizona Department of Health Services online registry. Food handler training course required from an accredited program.
Set up proper labeling
Arizona requires specific label elements on every product. See the labeling requirements section above for the exact list.
Start selling
Begin selling at approved venues in Arizona. Track your sales to stay within the No limit annual limit.
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Chat with AI AssistantCottage food laws change frequently. This guide is for informational purposes only. Always verify current requirements with Arizona's department of agriculture or health department before starting a cottage food business.