Guide · Labeling
Cottage food labeling requirements in Ohio
Informational only, not legal advice.
Ohio's cited rules list 7 labeling requirements for cottage food:
- Name of the food (common or usual name)
- Net quantity in both U.S. customary and metric units
- Ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight
- Major food allergens declared in the ingredient list or a "Contains" statement
- Name and address of the business
- "This product is home produced." in 10-point type
- Nutrition Facts panel if nutrient content or health claims are made
Source: Ohio Dept. of Agriculture — Cottage Food (labeling) · Verified Sep 15, 2026
Required by ORC 3715.023 and OAC 901:3-20-02 (21 CFR Part 101).
Source: Ohio Dept. of Agriculture — Cottage Food (labeling) · Verified Sep 15, 2026
Ohio label questions
What statement has to be printed on a Ohio cottage food label?
Major food allergens declared in the ingredient list or a "Contains" statement
Source: Ohio Dept. of Agriculture — Cottage Food (labeling) · Verified Sep 15, 2026
"This product is home produced." in 10-point type
Source: Ohio Dept. of Agriculture — Cottage Food (labeling) · Verified Sep 15, 2026
Does a Ohio cottage food label need allergen information?
Major food allergens declared in the ingredient list or a "Contains" statement
Source: Ohio Dept. of Agriculture — Cottage Food (labeling) · Verified Sep 15, 2026
Do Ohio cottage foods need a nutrition facts panel?
Nutrition Facts panel if nutrient content or health claims are made
Source: Ohio Dept. of Agriculture — Cottage Food (labeling) · Verified Sep 15, 2026