Cottage Food Operations: Green Valley vs Oro Valley

Can I sell baked goods from my home in Pima County?

Yes. ARS 36-1761 allows cottage food operations without any county permit or health inspection. You may sell shelf-stable baked goods, jams, candies, and similar items directly to consumers up to $75,000 per year.

Do I need a commercial kitchen?

No. Arizona cottage food law explicitly exempts home kitchens from commercial kitchen requirements. Your products must be labeled with a home kitchen disclosure statement.

Can I sell tamales or salsa?

Tamales and fresh salsa may be considered potentially hazardous foods requiring refrigeration, which are excluded from the cottage food exemption. Shelf-stable salsas (properly canned/acidified) may qualify.

Do I need a food license to sell baked goods from home in Oro Valley?

No. Under ARS 36-1761, cottage food operations producing non-potentially-hazardous foods like baked goods do not need a food establishment license. You should still get a home occupation permit from the Town.

Can I sell cottage food at the Oro Valley Farmers Market?

Yes. ARS 36-1761 permits direct-to-consumer sales at farmers markets. All products must carry the required label with your name, address, allergen information, and the home kitchen disclaimer.

What foods are NOT allowed under the cottage food law?

Foods requiring refrigeration for safety are prohibited, including items with meat, dairy-based fillings needing temperature control, canned vegetables, and fermented foods.