Guide · Selling from home

Can I sell candy & confections from home in North Carolina?

Informational only — not legal advice. Verify every requirement with the official agency cited below before producing or selling food.

Yes — candy & confections is allowed under North Carolina cottage food law.

On North Carolina's allowed list

  • Candy
  • Freeze-dried candy

NCDA&CS Food & Drug Protection — Home Processor (Step 1) · Verified 2026-09-25

Status is derived from North Carolina's official allowed and prohibited foods lists. Even when a food is allowed, you still must meet that state's permit, labeling, and sales-channel rules.

Read the full North Carolina cottage food page or see the Candy & Confections category across states.