Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Arizona (2026)
Everything you need to know about the Arizona Cottage Food Law (HB 2636) — revenue limits, permits, allowed products, online sales, and how to start your home food business.
$75,000
Revenue Limit
Annual limit under cottage food law
Allowed
Online Sales
Sell through your own website
No
Permit Required
Start selling right away
very business-friendly
Regulation Level
Arizona is considered very business-friendly for home food
What You Can Sell in Arizona
baked goods
candy
jams
jellies
honey
dried fruits
granola
popcorn
roasted nuts
spice mixes
fruit butter
dry pasta
Prohibited Products
meat
dairy products
raw seed sprouts
Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.
Arizona Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Arizona under the Arizona Cottage Food Law (HB 2636)
No Permit Needed
Arizona does not require a permit for cottage food operations.
Food Handler Certification Required
Available through online courses — typically $10–$15.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
Arizona allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
Labeling Requirements
Producer name and address
Product name and ingredients
Date produced
"Made in a home kitchen" statement
Allergen information
Where You Can Sell in Arizona
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in Arizona
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in Arizona
Farmers Markets
Allowed in Arizona
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under Arizona cottage food law
Start Your Home Food Business in Arizona
Explore city-specific guides with local market data and business type recommendations
Farmers Markets in Arizona
Arizona allows cottage food sales at farmers markets — here are popular venues
Food Events in Arizona
Arizona Food Festival
Celebration of Arizona's local food scene with artisan vendors, cooking demos, and tastings.
Devour Culinary Classic
Two-day food and drink festival at Desert Botanical Garden featuring 40+ chefs.
Visit WebsiteFirst Friday Art Walk
Downtown Phoenix monthly art walk featuring food vendors and local food entrepreneurs.
Home Food Business Types in Arizona
Start any of these home food businesses under the Arizona Cottage Food Law (HB 2636)
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