What is covered and what needs another path
Covered
- Dried mixes and blends
- Candy and other low-risk dry foods
- Sales direct to consumers in Louisiana
Needs a different path
- Refrigerated or meat-containing mixes
- Resale through stores
- Shipping across state lines
Three compliance steps
A
Check the product
Dry, shelf-stable, no meat or dairy that needs refrigeration.
B
Label completely
Name, address, ingredients, allergens, quantity and the required statement.
C
Track your cap
Keep sales under $30,000 gross per year for non-bakery items.
Quick reference
| Item | Rule | Regulator |
|---|---|---|
| Dried mix | Cottage exemption up to $30,000 | LDH (R.S. 40:4.9) |
| Meat-containing mix | Outside exemption | LDH / LDAF |
| Label | Six required elements in summaries | LDH |
| Sales tax | State 5%; parish rates vary | LDR |
FAQ
Do I need a permit?
The exemption is not a registration program, per the summaries reviewed.
What if I exceed the cap?
You need a permitted commercial facility.
Checklist
- Item is dry and safe
- Label complete
- Allergens listed
- Cap tracked
- Direct sales only
- Tax checked