Home Food License

Preserves

Jams, jellies and fruit butters. Selling direct to consumers in Maine.

Home licenseShelf-stable
AcidpH checked
LabelFull
MarketMobile license

What is covered

Covered by this path

  • Jams and jellies with a license

Needs a different path

  • Low-acid butters without process review

Three compliance steps

A

License

Home Food Processing license.

B

Process

Use a tested recipe.

C

Label

Full label.

Quick reference

ItemRuleRegulator
PreservesHome licenseDACF QA&R
MarketMobile licenseDACF QA&R

Frequently asked

Can I sell jam at home?

With a license, yes.

Printable checklist

License
Recipe
Label