Cottage Food Laws in Nevada (2026)
Complete guide to Nevada's cottage food laws: $35,000 per year annual limit, registration required, and in-person sales only.
As of 2026, the $35,000 annual cap and in-person-only sales restriction remain in effect. AB 352 (signed 2025) will increase the cap to $100,000 and allow online/phone/mail order sales, but does not take effect until July 2027. Nevada also has a separate "Craft Food" law (NRS 446.872) for acidified foods like pickles and salsas.
Quick Facts for Nevada
Annual Sales Limit
$35,000 per year
Registration/Permit
Required — Must register with the local health authority (health district) before selling. Must register in each district where sales occur. Registration fees vary by district (e.g., Clark County approximately $160-$200+).
Kitchen Inspection
No inspection required
Food Handler Certification
Not required
Online Sales
No — in-person sales only
Legislation: NRS 446.866; SB 206 (2013), AB 352 (2025)
What You Can Sell in Nevada
Allowed Products
- Breads, bagels, and tortillas
- Cookies, cakes, muffins, and donuts
- Candy, brittles, and fudge
- Jams, jellies, and preserves
- Syrups
- Granola and cereals
- Popcorn, crackers, and nuts
- Dried fruits and vegetables
- Herbs, spices, and tea
- Marshmallows
Not Allowed
- Perishable baked goods requiring refrigeration
- Pickles and fermented foods
- Salsas, sauces, and ketchup
- Fruit butters
- Mustards and nut butters
- Meat jerkies
- Cream cheese frosting and custards
Where You Can Sell in Nevada
Labeling Requirements in Nevada
Every product you sell must include these on the label:
How to Start a Cottage Food Business in Nevada
Verify your products are allowed
Nevada allows specific non-potentially-hazardous foods. See the allowed products list above. If your product isn't listed, check with Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Environmental Health Section.
Consider food safety training (optional)
Nevada does not require food handler certification, but taking one builds customer trust and helps you follow best practices.
Register with your state
Must register with the local health authority (health district) before selling. Must register in each district where sales occur. Registration fees vary by district (e.g., Clark County approximately $160-$200+).
Set up proper labeling
Nevada 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 Nevada. Track your sales to stay within the $35,000 per year 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 Nevada's department of agriculture or health department before starting a cottage food business.