Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Texas (2026)
Everything you need to know about the Texas Cottage Food Law (Texas Health & Safety Code §437.001) — 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
Texas is considered business-friendly for home food
What You Can Sell in Texas
baked goods
candy
jams
jellies
honey
dried fruits
popcorn
granola
roasted nuts
dry mixes
pickled fruits
fermented vegetables
Prohibited Products
meat
fresh dairy
canned low-acid foods
Always verify current allowed products with your local health department, as regulations can change.
Texas Requirements Checklist
Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Texas under the Texas Cottage Food Law (Texas Health & Safety Code §437.001)
No Permit Needed
Texas does not require a permit for cottage food operations.
Food Handler Certification Required
Available through online courses — typically $10–$15.
No Kitchen Inspection Needed
Texas allows you to use your home kitchen without inspection.
Labeling Requirements
Producer name and address
Product name and ingredients
Allergen information
"Made in a home kitchen" disclaimer
Date of production
Where You Can Sell in Texas
Direct Sales (from home)
Allowed in Texas
Online Sales (website)
Allowed in Texas
Farmers Markets
Allowed in Texas
Wholesale to Stores
Not permitted under Texas cottage food law
Start Your Home Food Business in Texas
Explore city-specific guides with local market data and business type recommendations
Farmers Markets in Texas
Texas allows cottage food sales at farmers markets — here are popular venues
Food Events in Texas
Houston Restaurant Weeks
Month-long citywide dining event benefiting the Houston Food Bank.
Visit WebsiteHouston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Three-week event with massive food court featuring Texas home cooks and artisans.
Night Market HTX
Asian-inspired night market featuring local food entrepreneurs and home cooks.
Fiesta San Antonio
10-day citywide celebration with food booths, Night in Old San Antonio, and local vendors.
Visit WebsiteCulinaria Wine + Food Festival
Multi-day festival celebrating San Antonio's culinary scene with local artisan food.
Tamales! Holiday Festival
Annual Pearl District festival celebrating tamale-making traditions with vendors and competitions.
Home Food Business Types in Texas
Start any of these home food businesses under the Texas Cottage Food Law (Texas Health & Safety Code §437.001)
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