Medium Revenue Last reviewed 2025-11-18
2026 reference
New Hampshire Cottage Food Law
New Hampshire's cottage food law sets an annual revenue cap of $25,000 and producers must register with the state before the first sale. Direct sales, farmers markets, and online sales permitted.
Watch for: Inspection is a real step — budget the time and ensure your kitchen meets the state's checklist before applying.
Key facts
Annual revenue cap
$25,000
Permit / registration
Registration required
Kitchen inspection
Required
Food handler training
Not required
Acidified foods
Excluded
Interstate shipping
In-state only
Where you can sell
Direct sales, farmers markets, and online sales permitted.
- Direct (in-person)
- Farmers markets
- Online (in-state)
What's required before your first sale
Registration plus a home kitchen inspection required.
Sources
Reference content only — not legal advice. State laws change frequently. Verify against the official source before launching.
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