Complete guide to Pennsylvania's cottage food laws: No limit annual limit, registration required, and online sales allowed.
PA has no annual sales cap — one of few states with no limit. Also one of the only states that explicitly allows interstate sales. Operates under "Limited Food Establishment" program, not a traditional cottage food law.
Annual Sales Limit
No limit
Registration/Permit
Required — Must register as a Limited Food Establishment (LFE) with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Pennsylvania does not have a traditional "cottage food law" — home producers operate under the LFE program.
Kitchen Inspection
No inspection required
Food Handler Certification
Not required
Online Sales
Yes — online ordering allowed
Governing Agency
Legislation: Act 106 of 2021 (Limited Food Establishment program)
Every product you sell must include these on the label:
Pennsylvania allows specific non-potentially-hazardous foods. See the allowed products list above. If your product isn't listed, check with Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture.
Pennsylvania does not require food handler certification, but taking one builds customer trust and helps you follow best practices.
Must register as a Limited Food Establishment (LFE) with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Pennsylvania does not have a traditional "cottage food law" — home producers operate under the LFE program.
Pennsylvania requires specific label elements on every product. See the labeling requirements section above for the exact list.
Begin selling at approved venues in Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania's department of agriculture or health department before starting a cottage food business.