Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Pennsylvania (2026)
Everything you need to know about the Pennsylvania Cottage Food Law (Act 106) — 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 food processor registration — $0
moderately regulated
Regulation Level
Pennsylvania is considered moderately regulated for home food
What You Can Sell in Pennsylvania
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.
Pennsylvania Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Pennsylvania under the Pennsylvania Cottage Food Law (Act 106)
Home food processor registration Required
Cost: $0. Apply through your state agriculture department.
No Food Handler Cert Needed
Pennsylvania does not require a food handler certification.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in Pennsylvania
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in Pennsylvania
Farmers Markets
Allowed in Pennsylvania
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under Pennsylvania cottage food law
Start Your Home Food Business in Pennsylvania
Explore city-specific guides with local market data and business type recommendations
Farmers Markets in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania allows cottage food sales at farmers markets — here are popular venues
Food Events in Pennsylvania
Philly Burger Brawl
Outdoor food competition and festival featuring Philadelphia's best food makers.
Night Market Philadelphia
Rotating neighborhood food festivals organized by The Food Trust.
Visit WebsiteTaste of Philadelphia
Annual food festival in the Italian Market neighborhood celebrating local cuisine.
Home Food Business Types in Pennsylvania
Start any of these home food businesses under the Pennsylvania Cottage Food Law (Act 106)
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