Missouri Direct-to-Consumer Guide 21 of 24
Preserves
Jams, jellies and fruit butters
Cottage Food Eligible
JamsNamed in the cottage statute
0State permits
In-stateDirect to consumer
LabelName, address, not-inspected line
What is covered, and what needs a different path
Covered
- Canned jams and jellies
- Direct sales in-state
- Properly sealed jars
Needs a different path
- Low-acid preserves such as pepper jelly with low acid
- Wholesale
- Out-of-state shipping
Three compliance steps
AConfirm jam or jelly
Jams and jellies are the cottage preserves category.
BLabel
Name, address, ingredients, net weight, not-inspected statement.
CSell direct
In-state only; register for sales tax.
Quick reference
| Item | Rule | Regulator |
|---|
| Jams and jellies | Cottage food | RSMo 196.298 |
| Low-acid butters | Acidified rules; licensed kitchen | FDA / DHSS |
| Label statement | Not inspected line required | RSMo 196.298 |
| Wholesale | Removes exemption | DHSS |
| Sales tax | Retail sales are taxable; Missouri sales tax license, state plus local rate | MO DOR |
FAQ
Can I sell apple butter?
Confirm acidity; it may fall outside the cottage category.
Do I need a license?
No state license under the cottage statute.
Can I ship?
In-state only.
Printable checklist
- Verify jam or jelly
- Test recipe acidity
- Add not-inspected line
- Add ingredients and weight
- Sell direct in-state
- Register for sales tax