Guide · Selling from home
Can I sell candy & confections from home in Washington?
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 Washington cottage food law.
On Washington's allowed list
- Candies cooked on a stovetop or in a microwave, using a candy thermometer: molded candies and chocolates, candy- or chocolate-coated products, fudge, caramels, nut brittles, taffy, and marshmallow-like candies
- Low-risk freeze-dried foods (e.g., candy) made from allowed products
Washington State Dept. of Agriculture — Cottage Food · Verified 2026-10-05
Status is derived from Washington'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 Washington cottage food page or see the Candy & Confections category across states.