Alaska Zoning & Land Use Laws

Cottage Food Law

Alaska Cottage Food Law (Alaska Statutes Section 17.20.020): Alaska allows home-based food production and direct-to-consumer sale of certain non-potentially-hazardous foods. Permitted products include baked goods, jams, jellies, candy, dried herbs, pickles (high-acid), and similar shelf-stable items. Annual gross revenue limit of $25,000 per year. Direct-to-consumer sales from the home, at farmers markets, and community events. Online sales with local delivery may be permitted. Products must be labeled with: producer name and home address, product name, ingredient list, net weight, and 'Made in a Home Kitchen Not Inspected by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation.' No state permit or registration required. Alaska's cottage food law reflects the state's small business and subsistence-food traditions. Alaska also has specific provisions for wild-harvested seafood and game — these have separate regulatory frameworks under Alaska DEC. The $25,000 cap applies only to standard cottage food items.