Cottage Food Laws in California: San Bernardino County

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1. Start with the state law
2. Questions to ask San Bernardino County
3. What to do while you wait for answers
4. If you plan to sell at a farmers market

Before you bake for paying customers, it helps to know which foods are allowed. Our guide to what you can sell under cottage food law walks through the categories. Then come back to the county question. Knowing both keeps you from spending money on ingredients you cannot sell.

Start with the state law

California’s cottage food law is the foundation. Read What Is the Cottage Food Law in California? to understand the state rules. That guide covers the basics for home bakers in California. Once you know the state rules, you can ask the county what else they need. Write down your questions before you call so you do not forget anything.

Questions to ask San Bernardino County

1. 1

   Ask if you need to register

   Ask whether a home baker selling cottage foods needs to register with the county.

2. 2

   Ask about permits

   Ask if a permit or license is required for your type of baked goods.

3. 3

   Ask about inspections

   Ask whether a home kitchen inspection is required before you sell.

4. 4

   Ask about labels

   Ask what label information the county requires on packaged baked goods.

5. 5

   Ask about sales limits

   Ask if there are local limits on how much you can sell or where you can sell.

6. 6

   Ask about ingredients

   Ask if any ingredients you plan to use are restricted or need special handling.

7. 7

   Ask about complaints

   Ask what happens if someone reports your home bakery.

What to do while you wait for answers

You can still get ready. Work out your recipes and costs in Brevl while you confirm the rules. Brevl has recipes with real costing and ingredient inventory, so you know your prices before you sell. Our guide to getting a license to sell baked goods from home in California goes deeper on the license question. If you want a general walkthrough, see how to get a permit to sell baked goods from home. Use it to check what you might need.

You can test recipes and ask friends for feedback without taking orders. That helps you know what people want to buy. Then when the county answers, you can move faster.

If you plan to sell at a farmers market

Farmers markets may have their own rules. Ask the market manager what they need from a home baker. Ask the county if your cottage food registration covers market sales. Get both answers before you pay for a booth.

Brevl is built for home bakers who sell from home. You get a shop that is yours to customize: your photos, your colors, and your own web address. You can take card payments through your own Stripe or Square account, plus Venmo, Cash App, Zelle, and cash. We set it up with you, and we move your old shop over: products, photos, reviews, and dates.

When you are ready to sell, Brevl helps you take orders and get paid. You can start with the 14 day free trial. A real person answers, usually within minutes.

• What Is the Cottage Food Law in California?
• How to Get a License to Sell Baked Goods From Home in California
• Cottage Food Law: What Can You Sell From Home?
• How to Get a Permit to Sell Baked Goods From Home

Common questions

Do I need a permit to sell baked goods from my home in San Bernardino County?

That depends on the county and the state rules. Call San Bernardino County and ask what they require for a home bakery selling cottage foods. Get the answer before you sell. Our guide to [getting a permit to sell baked goods from home](/blog/how-to-get-a-permit-to-sell-baked-goods-from-home/) covers the general steps.

What can I sell under California's cottage food law?

See [what you can sell under cottage food law](/blog/cottage-food-law-what-can-i-sell/) for the categories. Check it against your menu before you take orders. The rules can change, so confirm with the county too.

Is Brevl allowed for cottage food sellers in California?

Brevl is a tool for taking orders and getting paid. It does not replace any license or permit you need. Confirm your local rules first, then use Brevl to run your shop.

How much does Brevl cost?

One flat $20 a month. No cut of your sales. 14 day free trial.

General information, not legal advice. Confirm with San Bernardino County and the state of California before you sell.