Medium Revenue Last reviewed 2025-08-01
2026 reference
Hawaii Cottage Food Law
Hawaii's cottage food law sets an annual revenue cap of $35,000 and a permit (Hawaii home-based food operator permit) is required before the first sale. Direct sales and farmers markets only.
Watch for: Online sales are not permitted under Hawaii cottage food law. Direct only.
Key facts
Annual revenue cap
$35,000
Permit / registration
Hawaii home-based food operator permit
Kitchen inspection
Required
Food handler training
Not required
Acidified foods
Excluded
Interstate shipping
In-state only
Where you can sell
Direct sales and farmers markets only.
- Direct (in-person)
- Farmers markets
What's required before your first sale
Home kitchen inspection plus registration required. Labels must include allergen info.
Sources
Reference content only — not legal advice. State laws change frequently. Verify against the official source before launching.
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