Washington Cottage Food Law

Complete Guide to Selling Homemade Food in Washington (2026)

Everything you need to know about the Washington Cottage Food Operations (RCW 69.22) — revenue limits, permits, allowed products, online sales, and how to start your home food business.

$75,000

Revenue Limit

Annual limit under cottage food law

Allowed

Online Sales

Sell through your own website

Yes

Permit Required

Cottage food permit — $230

moderately regulated

Regulation Level

Washington is considered moderately regulated for home food

What You Can Sell in Washington

baked goods

candy

jams

jellies

honey

dried fruits

popcorn

granola

spice blends

Prohibited Products

meat

dairy

canned low-acid foods

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

Washington Requirements Checklist

Here's what you need to start selling homemade food in Washington under the Washington Cottage Food Operations (RCW 69.22)
Cottage food permit Required

Cost: $230. Apply through your state agriculture department.

Apply
Food Handler Certification Required

Available through online courses — typically $10–$15.

Get Certified
No Kitchen Inspection Needed

Washington 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

Permit number

Where You Can Sell in Washington

Direct Sales (from home)

Allowed in Washington

Online Sales (website)

Allowed in Washington

Farmers Markets

Allowed in Washington

Wholesale to Stores

Not permitted under Washington cottage food law

Start Your Home Food Business in Washington

Explore city-specific guides with local market data and business type recommendations

Farmers Markets in Washington

Washington allows cottage food sales at farmers markets — here are popular venues
Pike Place Market

Daily · Year-round

Seattle, Downtown

University District Farmers Market

Saturday · Year-round

Seattle, University District

Ballard Farmers Market

Sunday · Year-round

Seattle, Ballard

Capitol Hill Farmers Market

Sunday · Year-round

Seattle, Capitol Hill

Food Events in Washington

Bite of Seattle
July
Seattle

Seattle Center's massive free food festival with 60+ local food vendors.

Visit Website
Seattle Restaurant Week
April & October
Seattle

Citywide prix-fixe dining event highlighting Seattle's food scene.

Fremont Sunday Market
Year-round
Seattle

Weekly European-style flea and food market in the Fremont neighborhood.

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