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Cottage Food Operations: Rancho Cordova vs Sacramento

How do cottage food operations rules compare between Rancho Cordova, CA and Sacramento, CA?

Rancho Cordova and Sacramento have similar restriction levels.

Rancho Cordova, CA

Sacramento County

Few Restrictions

California AB 1616 and AB 1240 allow Class A and Class B Cottage Food Operations to sell approved low-risk foods from a home kitchen after Sacramento County Environmental Management registration. Sacramento County also participates in AB 626 Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations, expanding allowed home food sales.

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Sacramento, CA

Sacramento County

Few Restrictions

California's Cottage Food Law (H&S 114365) lets Sacramento home bakers sell approved non-hazardous foods up to 150,000 dollars per year with a county CFO registration.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactRancho CordovaSacramento
State LawAB 1616 and AB 1240-
MEHKOAB 626 Sac County opt-in-
RegistrationSac County EMD-
Sales Cap150,000 dollars annual-
LabelingRequired-
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Rancho Cordova FAQ

Can I sell home-baked cookies from my Rancho Cordova kitchen?

Yes, as a Class A or Class B Cottage Food Operation registered with Sacramento County Environmental Management. Approved foods only.

Can I sell home-cooked meals?

Yes, Sacramento County has opted in to AB 626 MEHKOs, which allow permitted home kitchens to sell meals with an inspection and annual limits.

Sacramento FAQ

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