Oregon Cottage Food Law 2026
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No License Needed
Limit: $52,700 / Year
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Allowed
- ✓Baked goods
- ✓Candy
- ✓Honey
- ✓Jams/Jellies
- ✓Dried herbs/spices
- ✓Granola
- ✓Nut butters
- ✓Coffee beans
- ✓Dry pasta/mixes
- ✓Acidified/fermented foods (Farm Direct only — farmer-grown ingredients)
Prohibited
- ✕Meat
- ✕Dairy
- ✕Low-acid canned foods
- ✕Any TCS foods
Labeling Protocols
01Producer name/address
02Product name
03Ingredients (descending weight)
04Allergens
05Net quantity
06Statement (10-pt min, contrasting): 'This product is homemade, is not prepared in an inspected food establishment and must be stored and displayed separately if merchandised by a retailer.'
FAQs
Do I need a license?
Not under the Cottage Food Exemption (ORS 616.695) or Farm Direct Marketing Law — these are exemptions, not licenses. A Domestic Kitchen License ($208/yr) is only required if you need to sell foods outside the exemption, exceed the cap, or ship out of state.
What is the current sales cap?
$52,700 gross annual sales for 2026 under the Cottage Food Exemption (CPI-indexed from the $50,000 base set by SB 643, effective Jan 1, 2024). Farm Direct Marketing Law has a separate $50,000 processed-value cap.
Can I sell acidified foods like pickles or fermented kraut?
Only under the Farm Direct Marketing Law, and only if you grow the principal ingredients. Low-acid canned goods are NOT allowed under either exemption.
Can I ship cottage foods?
In-state online orders and in-state delivery/mail are allowed under the exemption. Out-of-state shipping requires a Domestic Kitchen License.
Is food safety training required?
Yes — an Oregon Health Authority or local-health-department-issued food handler card is required within 30 days of starting sales. Max $10, valid 3 years. Out-of-state cards not accepted.
What Comes Next
After You Verify Compliance: Your Next 4 Steps
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- 01
Liability Shield
Form an LLC
Separating your personal finances from your cottage food business protects your home and savings if a customer ever brings a claim. Both providers below file in all 50 states and handle registered agent service for Oregon.
- 02
Protect Your Kitchen
Get Product Liability Insurance
A single allergy incident or contamination claim can erase years of profit. FLIP (Food Liability Insurance Program) is built specifically for cottage food operators — flat-rate annual policies with farmers market and online sales coverage included.
- 03
Required in Oregon
Complete Food Safety Training
Oregon requires a recognized food safety certification before you can sell. Learn2Serve offers an ANSI-accredited course you can complete online in a few hours.
- 04
Production Ready
Set Up Your Kitchen and Labels
The right thermometers, storage containers, scale, and label printer turn a home kitchen into a compliant production space. Our Week 11 equipment guide walks through what we use and the Oregon-specific labeling fields you'll need.
Official Sources
Verify current requirements directly with the state:
At a Glance
Permit Fee
$0
$0 under Cottage Food Exemption and Farm Direct. Optional Domestic Kitchen License is $208/yr. Food handler card required (~$10, valid 3 years).
Renewal
Food handler card every 3 years
Shipping