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Herbs & Spices

Dried herbs and spice blends

Cottage Food Eligible
DryHerbs and mixes are cottage items
0State permits
In-stateDirect to consumer
LabelIngredients, name, address

What is covered, and what needs a different path

Covered

  • Dried herbs and herb mixes
  • Spice blends from non-hazardous ingredients
  • Direct, in-state sales

Needs a different path

  • Medicinal claims
  • Wholesale to stores
  • Out-of-state shipping

Three compliance steps

A

Confirm the mix

Dried herbs and herb mixes are named in the cottage statute.

B

Label

Name, address, ingredients, net weight, not-inspected line.

C

Sell direct

Register for sales tax and sell face to face or in-state.

Quick reference

ItemRuleRegulator
Dry herbsCottage foodRSMo 196.298
Spice blendsCottage if dry and non-hazardousRSMo 196.298
ClaimsNo treat or cure languageFDA / FTC
WholesaleNeeds licensed facilityDHSS
Sales taxRetail sales are taxable; Missouri sales tax license, state plus local rateMO DOR

FAQ

Can I sell blends online?

Reported allowed in-state with Missouri buyers.

Do I need a license?

No state permit identified.

Can I use medicinal language?

No.

Printable checklist

  • Verify dry ingredients
  • Add ingredient list
  • Add not-inspected statement
  • Avoid medical claims
  • Sell in-state
  • Register for sales tax