Registration
- Required
- No
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Kansas cottage food rules
Review sales limits, online sales, registration, labeling, venues, shipping, foods, and source notes for this jurisdiction.
Sales limit
None
Online sales
Yes
Registration
Not required
Training
Not required
Current law details
Start with the summary, then verify locally.
One of few states allowing interstate cottage food sales (must comply with receiving state laws). No formal cottage food statute - rules set by Kansas Department of Agriculture through regulatory exemptions (KSA 65-689(d)). No licensing, inspection, training, or sales cap. Some foods require lab testing (frostings <65% sugar, macarons, baked goods with cheese, homemade chocolate, pepper jellies, pecan pies, low-acid items). Limited perishable foods allowed at events up to 6 times/year.
Setup requirements
Registration, training, and labeling details.
These are the common operating requirements sellers check before launching or changing sales channels.
Training
- Required
- No
Labeling
"Not required (no specific disclaimer mandated)"
- Common name of product
- Name of producer
- Physical address of producer or seller
- Ingredient list (descending order by weight)
- Net weight or volume (recommended)
- Allergen warnings (recommended)
- 'Made in a home kitchen' statement (recommended)
Sales channels
Allowed venues and fulfillment methods.
Confirm how customers are allowed to buy, receive, or pick up products before opening a sales channel.
Sales venues
Home sales
Allowed
Farmers markets
Allowed
Roadside stands
Allowed
Events
Allowed
Retail stores
Not allowed
Restaurants
Not allowed
Online
Allowed
Direct-to-consumer sales at farmers markets, roadside stands, craft fairs/bazaars, home pickup, home delivery, online sales (in-state and interstate). No wholesale to retail stores or restaurants. No consignment or third-party sales. Perishable foods allowed at events up to 6 times per year under KSA 65-689(d)(6) and KAR 4-28-33.
Shipping and delivery
- In-state
- Allowed
- Out-of-state
- Allowed
- Commercial carriers
- Allowed
- Third-party delivery
- Allowed
UNIQUE: Kansas allows interstate shipping (one of few states). Must comply with BOTH Kansas rules AND receiving state's cottage food laws. In-state shipping via mail/delivery fully permitted. Out-of-state shipping requires verifying receiving state permits cottage food imports. Personal delivery by producer allowed.
Product categories
Allowed food categories.
Allowed and limited categories are only a planning aid. Check official guidance before selling a specific recipe.
Baked goods
Allowed
Candy and confections
Allowed
Jams and jellies
Allowed
Acidified foods
Not allowed
Canned goods
Not allowed
Dried goods
Allowed
Perishables
Not allowed
Meat products
Not allowed
Dairy products
Not allowed
Non-TCS foods without testing: bagels, breads, brownies, cakes, cookies, cupcakes, donuts, muffins, candies, caramel corn, chocolate-covered items (not homemade chocolate), crackers, pretzels, fruit leathers, granola, kettle corn, marshmallows, nuts, jams/jellies/preserves (high-acid only), dried fruit/vegetables, herbs, spices, pasta, honey, nut butters, whole eggs, fudge. REQUIRE LAB TESTING: frostings <65% sugar, baked goods with cheese, macarons, homemade chocolate (except fudge), mustards, pecan pies, pepper jellies (unless specific ingredients), low-acid jams/jellies, syrups with herbs, low/sugar-free items. PROHIBITED: perishable baked goods (cream/custard pies, cheesecakes), cream-filled items, pumpkin pie, acidified foods (pickles, fermented foods), low-acid canned foods, ketchup, oils, salsas/sauces, kombucha, jerky, pet food.
Updates and cautions
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Recent updates and warnings are included to help you spot issues that may need extra verification.
Recent legislative updates
No legislative changes
Effective: N/A
No cottage food legislation in 2023-2025. Kansas continues operating under existing KDA regulatory framework (KSA 65-689(d) and KAR 4-28-33) without statutory changes. Regulatory approach provides flexibility through ag department rules rather than legislative statute.
Important warnings
- UNIQUE: Interstate sales allowed but must comply with BOTH Kansas and receiving state laws
- Receiving state must also permit cottage food imports from out-of-state
- Lab testing required for specific foods (frostings <65% sugar, macarons, baked goods with cheese, homemade chocolate, pepper jellies, pecan pies, low-acid items) - use USDA or state-approved lab
- Acidified foods (pickles, fermented foods) NOT allowed
- Must obtain Kansas Retail Sales Tax certificate from Kansas Department of Revenue
- Direct-to-consumer sales only - no wholesale, consignment, or third-party sales
- Animals prohibited in food preparation areas (KAR 4-28-33(c))
- Perishable foods at events limited to 6 times per calendar year (separate exemption)
- No formal cottage food statute - operates through regulatory exemptions
Research sources
Sources used for this summary.
Last updated: 2026-05-07. Use these sources as a starting point for current verification.
- Kansas Department of Agriculture - Food Safety & Lodging
- Kansas Statutes Annotated (KSA) 65-689
- Kansas Administrative Regulations (KAR) 4-28-33
- Kansas State University Extension - MF3138
- Institute for Justice - Kansas
- Forrager.com - Kansas
- Castiron - Kansas Cottage Food Law
Important legal disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Cottage food rules change frequently and vary by local jurisdiction. Always verify current regulations with your state and local health departments before starting your business.
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