Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Kansas (2026)
Everything you need to know about the Kansas Food Safety and Lodging Act — revenue limits, permits, allowed products, online sales, and how to start your home food business.
$50,000
Revenue Limit
Annual limit under cottage food law
Allowed
Online Sales
Sell through your own website
Yes
Permit Required
Food establishment registration — $0
business-friendly
Regulation Level
Kansas is considered business-friendly for home food
What You Can Sell in Kansas
baked goods
candy
jams
jellies
honey
dried herbs
popcorn
dry mixes
Prohibited Products
meat
dairy
canned low-acid foods
Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.
Kansas Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Kansas under the Kansas Food Safety and Lodging Act
Food establishment registration Required
Cost: $0. Apply through your state agriculture department.
No Food Handler Cert Needed
Kansas does not require a food handler certification.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
Kansas allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
Labeling Requirements
Producer name and address
Product name and ingredients
"Made in a home kitchen" disclaimer
Where You Can Sell in Kansas
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in Kansas
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in Kansas
Farmers Markets
Allowed in Kansas
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under Kansas cottage food law
Home Food Business Types in Kansas
Start any of these home food businesses under the Kansas Food Safety and Lodging Act
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