Equipment requirements for cottage food operators


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May I utilize commercial equipment such as large rotary mixers in my cottage food operation?

No. Typically a private kitchen is not equipped with sinks required to effectively wash, rinse and sanitize large commercial equipment.

Does my equipment, stove and/or refrigerator need to be NSF (a food equipment evaluation group) approved?

No. As a cottage food operator, you are not required to meet NSF standards for your equipment.

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