Pennsylvania Limited Food Establishment Cottage Food Rules

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Food Safety, registers home kitchens producing shelf-stable foods such as baked goods, jams, jellies, candies, and dry mixes under 3 Pa.C.S. Section 5721 and 7 Pa. Code Chapter 46. Operators must complete a Limited Food Establishment registration, pass an on-site inspection, follow labeling rules including business name, address, ingredients, and net weight, and may not produce potentially hazardous items like meats or cream-filled goods. Sales are allowed in-state at farmers markets, fairs, and direct retail.

Operating without registration may trigger embargo of products and fines up to $10,000 under the Food Safety Act. Mislabeling can lead to misbranding citations.