Registration
- Required
- No
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Michigan cottage food rules
Review sales limits, online sales, registration, labeling, venues, shipping, foods, and source notes for this jurisdiction.
Sales limit
$50,000 per operator ($75,000 for products priced $250+)
Online sales
Yes
Registration
Not required
Training
Not required
Current law details
Start with the summary, then verify locally.
REFORM NOW ACTIVE: HB 4122 became Public Act 51 of 2025 and is in effect as of May 2026. The annual cap doubled from $25,000 to $50,000 per operator, with a $75,000 cap for operators that produce at least one qualifying product priced at $250 or more. Online and mail-order sales within Michigan are allowed after direct producer-consumer interaction by phone, email, website, social media, or similar methods. Optional free MSU Extension registration lets operators use a registration number instead of a home address on labels.
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
"Made in a home kitchen that has not been inspected by the Michigan department of agriculture and rural development"
- Product name
- Physical home address OR optional MSU Extension registration number
- Ingredients list (descending order by weight)
- Net weight or volume
- Allergen labeling (wheat, milk, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, soy, fish, shellfish, sesame)
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 only. Allowed venues include farmers markets, farm markets, roadside stands, craft fairs, community events, home pickup, and online/mail-order sales when there is direct interaction between producer and consumer. No wholesale, retail store, restaurant, or consignment sales.
Shipping and delivery
- In-state
- Allowed
- Out-of-state
- Not allowed
- Commercial carriers
- Allowed
- Third-party delivery
- Allowed
In-state shipping and delivery are allowed for Michigan customers after direct interaction between the producer and consumer. Interstate sales remain prohibited.
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
Allowed: Baked goods (no cream/custard fillings), fruit-based jams/jellies/preserves (21 CFR Part 150 only - NO sugar-free, no-sugar-added, or hot pepper varieties), candy, granola, dry cereal, popcorn, nuts, trail mix, dried pasta, dry baking mixes, dry soup mixes, dry dip mixes, dried herbs/spices, dry rubs, dehydrated fruits/vegetables, coffee, vinegar. Prohibited: ALL pickles, salsas, tomato sauce, canned goods, acidified foods, fermented foods, perishables, meat, dairy, vegetable jellies.
Updates and cautions
Check these notes before making changes.
Recent updates and warnings are included to help you spot issues that may need extra verification.
Recent legislative updates
Public Act 51 of 2025 (HB 4122)
Effective: March 31, 2026
Doubled cottage food cap to $50,000 per operator, created a $75,000 tier for operators with at least one product priced at $250 or more, allowed online and mail-order sales within Michigan after direct interaction, and created optional MSU Extension registration for address privacy.
Automatic increase
Effective: December 31, 2017
Sales cap automatically increased from $20,000 to $25,000 per statute provision
Amendment
Effective: 2012
Increased sales cap from $15,000 to $20,000
Important warnings
- Online and mail-order sales must be preceded by direct interaction between the producer and consumer
- Out-of-state sales remain prohibited
- Optional MSU registration can replace home address on labels, but unregistered operators still need a physical address
- Jams/jellies: Only fruit-based varieties meeting 21 CFR Part 150 - excludes sugar-free, no-sugar-added, and hot pepper types
- Direct-to-consumer only - no retail store, restaurant, wholesale, or consignment sales
Research sources
Sources used for this summary.
Last updated: 2026-05-07. Use these sources as a starting point for current verification.
- MCL 289.4102 - Michigan Cottage Food Operation statute
- Michigan Public Act 51 of 2025 (HB 4122)
- Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development
- Michigan State University Extension
- Forrager.com - Michigan
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.
Next step
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