Confirm with the IA Dept. of Inspections and Appeals.
- Baked goods
- Jams and jellies
- Candy
- Dried goods
- Roasted nuts
Meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, and potentially hazardous foods.
Direct to consumer at farmers markets and from home.
Producer name and address, ingredients, allergen statement, and 'Made in a home kitchen.'
No license required for low-risk home bakeries; some products need a license.
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