New Mexico Cottage Food Law

Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in New Mexico (2026)

Everything you need to know about the New Mexico Cottage Food Law — revenue limits, permits, allowed products, online sales, and how to start your home food business.

No limit

Revenue Limit

No cap on earnings

Allowed

Online Sales

Sell through your own website

No

Permit Required

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very business-friendly

Regulation Level

New Mexico is considered very business-friendly for home food

What You Can Sell in New Mexico

baked goods

candy

jams

jellies

honey

dried herbs

roasted chile

tortillas

tamales

popcorn

Prohibited Products

meat

dairy

canned low-acid foods

Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.

New Mexico Requirements Checklist

Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in New Mexico under the New Mexico Cottage Food Law
No Permit Needed

New Mexico does not require a permit for cottage food operations.

No Food Handler Cert Needed

New Mexico does not require a food handler certification.

No Kitchen Inspection Needed

New Mexico 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 New Mexico

Direct Sales (from home)

Allowed in New Mexico

Online Sales (website)

Allowed in New Mexico

Farmers Markets

Allowed in New Mexico

Wholesale to Stores

Not permitted under New Mexico cottage food law

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