What it helps you decide
Research every state and Washington, D.C.
Free official-source directory
Start your cottage food research with your state.
Explore a true U.S. map, compare pathways, and copy exact label language when an official agency or statute prescribes it. Every reference goes to a government source.
Start with the example
The values already filled in are a working example—not a recommendation.
- 1Choose the closest starting point.
- 2Replace the example with your real details.
- 3Read the live result and its important limits.
State directory
Choose your location
Select a real state boundary or use the list. Product guidance is a research prompt—not an eligibility decision.
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How to use the Cottage Food Law Directory
Research every state and Washington, D.C. The calculator runs privately in your browser and is designed to make the assumptions behind the answer visible.
What to have ready
Bring the exact formula or product facts, supplier documents, intended market, package details, and the current official source that governs the decision.
How to use the result
Use the output as a documented draft or research aid. Verify it against current requirements and obtain qualified review before printing, selling, or making a safety claim.
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