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Arizona Cottage Food Labeling Requirements

Arizona Cottage Food Labeling Requirements

 (The state changed the requirements on July 1, 2019)

Cottage Food Production Operations must label all of their food products properly, which includes specified information on the label of each unit of home baked good or Confectionery item when it is offered for sale:

 

• The name and registration number of the food preparer (Registration numbers began July 1, 2019, Home address is no longer required on the label.)
  
• A list of all the ingredients in the product
  
• The product's production date
  
• The following statement: "This product was produced in a home kitchen that may process common food allergens and is not subject to public health inspection."
  
• If applicable, a statement that the product was made in a facility for individuals with developmental disabilities.

 

Federal labeling laws

Depending on the size of your business, your label must comply with Federal label regulations and with the new nutritional labeling law. You can download a copy of the FDA Food Labeling Guide here it s an illustrated booklet that should answer all your questions.

 

Free Label  Resources

  Here is a free Microsoft Word label template which you can download and edit  

These labels are already formatted to fit on Avery Template 22820  Print-to-the-Edge Oval, Labels 2" x 3-1/3", 8 per Sheet, Glossy White. You can get the label stock online (see at right).

 

Arizona Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Arizona Requirements for Jams and Jellies