Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in North Dakota (2026)
Everything you need to know about the North Dakota Cottage Food Law (HB 1433) — 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
No
Permit Required
Start selling right away
business-friendly
Regulation Level
North Dakota is considered business-friendly for home food
What You Can Sell in North Dakota
baked goods
candy
jams
jellies
honey
popcorn
dry mixes
Prohibited Products
meat
dairy
canned foods
Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.
North Dakota Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in North Dakota under the North Dakota Cottage Food Law (HB 1433)
No Permit Needed
North Dakota does not require a permit for cottage food operations.
No Food Handler Cert Needed
North Dakota does not require a food handler certification.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
North Dakota allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
Labeling Requirements
Producer name and address
Product name and ingredients
"Home-produced" disclaimer
Where You Can Sell in North Dakota
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in North Dakota
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in North Dakota
Farmers Markets
Allowed in North Dakota
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under North Dakota cottage food law
Home Food Business Types in North Dakota
Start any of these home food businesses under the North Dakota Cottage Food Law (HB 1433)
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