Home Food LicenseCoffee & Tea
Roasted coffee, loose tea and blends. Selling direct to consumers in Maine.
Roasted beansShelf-stable
Home licenseLikely required
Tea blendsHerbs follow same path
LabelFull label
What is covered
Covered by this path
- Roasted coffee beans
- Dry tea blends
- Sealed single-origin packs
Needs a different path
- Ready-to-drink brewed products (see Beverages)
- Cold brew in bottles
- Health claims
Three compliance steps
AConfirm license
Shelf-stable processed foods need a Home or Commercial Food Processing license.
BLabel
Include ingredients, net weight, name and address.
CTax
Register for sales tax.
Quick reference
| Item | Rule | Regulator |
|---|
| Roasting/packaging | Home or Commercial license | DACF QA&R |
| Health claims | Not allowed without evidence | FDA / FTC |
Frequently asked
Is licensing required for dried herbs?Fresh herbs are produce. Dried herbs packaged with vacuum or modified atmosphere need a license per DACF.
Printable checklist
License confirmed
Net weight verified
Allergens noted
Labels printed