Cottage Food Law /US
A structured reference to state cottage food rules

Guide · Selling from home

Can I sell dried goods & mixes from home in Pennsylvania?

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

Yes — dried goods & mixes is allowed under Pennsylvania cottage food law.

On Pennsylvania's allowed list

  • Dry goods (e.g., cereals, coffee/tea, spices and seasonings, dry herbs, dry pasta, nuts, seeds, and mixes)
  • Dehydrated foods (e.g., dried fruits and vegetables, dried herbs, beef or meat jerky)
  • Freeze-dried foods, with water activity testing

PDA Application Packet — Limited Food Establishments (Rev 10-2024), pp. 11–16 · Verified 2026-09-25

Status is derived from Pennsylvania'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 Pennsylvania cottage food page or see the Dried Goods & Mixes category across states.