How to Sell Food From Home in Missouri (2026)

Verified October 29, 2026 from official Missouri sources.

The short answer: Missouri has no permit or license for cottage food and no yearly sales limit. You can sell baked goods, canned jams or jellies, and dried herbs, including online, as long as you and the buyer are both in Missouri.

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Can I sell home-cooked meals in Missouri?

No. Only baked goods, canned jams or jellies, and dried herbs and herb mixes.

Not allowed

Cut produce, baked goods with fresh fruit garnish, freeze-dried foods, salsa, pickles, sauces, meats, dairy, eggs, no-sugar or hot pepper jams, cream and meringue pies.

Do I need a permit?

No.

How much can I sell?

No limit.

Where and how you can sell

Online, as long as you and the buyer are both in Missouri. No sales across state lines and no wholesale.

Label requirements

Your full name and address, product name, ingredients by weight, net weight, allergens, and a statement that the product is prepared in a kitchen that is not subject to inspection by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

How to get started

  1. Confirm your product is a baked good, jam or jelly, or dried herb.
  2. Make labels with the required statement.
  3. Get the app and set up your menu.

Official sources

FAQ

Do I need a permit to sell baked goods in Missouri?

No.

Is there a sales limit in Missouri?

No.

Can I sell online?

Yes, if you and the buyer are both in Missouri.

Ready to sell in Missouri?

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iPhone app coming soon.

Book a 15-minute call

This page is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and can differ by city and county. Confirm with your state or local health or agriculture department before you sell.