Guide · Labeling

Cottage food labeling requirements in Illinois

Informational only — not legal advice. Verify every requirement with the official agency cited below before producing or selling food.

Each package of cottage food sold in Illinois must include:

Name of the cottage food operation and the unit of local government where it is located
Registration number from the local health department, and the municipality or county where registered
Common or usual name of the product
All ingredients, including any color, artificial flavor, and preservative, in descending order of predominance by weight
Allergen labeling as required by federal law
Date the product was processed
Net weight
"This product was produced in a home kitchen not inspected by a health department that may also process common food allergens. If you have safety concerns, contact your local health department." in prominent lettering

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