Healthy New Jersey

Cottage Food

Apply/Renew

Key Points

  • Complete all outlined steps before applying.
  • Renewals require a full and complete application form, $100 fee, and all supporting documents.
  • All applications must include all required information and documentation for professional review.


Before Applying

Complete each step below before applying for a cottage food permit.


Submit Your Application

If you have completed the steps above, you are ready to submit your cottage food permit application.

Here are the steps for submitting your application:


What Happens Next?

A NJDOH Food Safety Specialist will review your submission for compliance with the Cottage Food Rule. If more information is needed, you will receive an email from CFO@doh.nj.gov or a representative will call you.

The processing and careful review of your application takes 6-8 weeks. If some or all products submitted are not listed in the Cottage Food Rule, allow 8-12 weeks.

 


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