Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in New York (2026)
Everything you need to know about the New York Home Processing Exemption — 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
Home processor exemption — $0
moderately regulated
Regulation Level
New York is considered moderately regulated for home food
What You Can Sell in New York
baked goods
candy
jams
jellies
honey
popcorn
granola
dried herbs
fruit butter
Prohibited Products
meat
dairy
canned low-acid foods
Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.
New York Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in New York under the New York Home Processing Exemption
Home processor exemption Required
Cost: $0. Apply through your state agriculture department.
No Food Handler Cert Needed
New York does not require a food handler certification.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
New York allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
Labeling Requirements
Producer name and address
Product name and ingredients
Allergen information
"Not inspected" disclaimer
Where You Can Sell in New York
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in New York
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in New York
Farmers Markets
Allowed in New York
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under New York cottage food law
Start Your Home Food Business in New York
Explore city-specific guides with local market data and business type recommendations
Farmers Markets in New York
New York allows cottage food sales at farmers markets — here are popular venues
Food Events in New York
Smorgasburg
Brooklyn's iconic open-air food market with 100+ local food vendors every weekend.
Visit WebsiteNYC Restaurant Week
Citywide prix-fixe dining event that spotlights the local food scene.
Visit WebsiteTaste of Times Square
Annual outdoor food festival featuring restaurants and home food makers from across Manhattan.
Home Food Business Types in New York
Start any of these home food businesses under the New York Home Processing Exemption
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