Guide · Labeling
Cottage food labeling requirements in California
Informational only — not legal advice.
Verify every requirement with the official agency cited below before producing or selling food.
Each package of cottage food sold in California must include:
- "Made in a Home Kitchen" statement in 12-pt type
- Name of the cottage food operation
- CFO registration or permit number
- Common name of the product
- Ingredient list in descending order by weight
- Net quantity
- Allergen disclosure
Source
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CEH/DFDCS/Pages/FDBPrograms/FoodSafetyProgram/CottageFoodOperations.aspx · Verified 2025-09-20
See the full California cottage food page.