"COTTAGE FOOD LAW
Oregon’s new cottage food law (SB 320) went into effect on January 1st, 2016, which makes starting a cottage food operation much easier. Although the new law comes with many more restrictions, those who want more flexibility can still get a Domestic Kitchen license. Also, Oregon’s Farm Direct Bill allows farmers and growers to bypass many requirements.
Starting a cottage food operation in Oregon is relatively simple, requiring only food handlers training, with no license or inspection from the ag department needed. However, operations can only sell up to $20,000 of non-PHF baked and confectionary goods each year. Also, indirect sales (via stores and restaurants) and online sales are prohibited.
Some types of food are completely exempt from agriculture department licensing, like candy and honey (see Product section)."
You will need to follow the STRICT rules on selling food items on eBay, as follows:
"Certain food products are not allowed on eBay. Listings for food items that are allowed must follow our policy.
We take the health and safety of our members very seriously, so when listing allowed food items, make sure to follow our policy.
What is the policy?
The following and similar food items are not allowed:
- Unpasteurized dairy products (except cheese that follows government guidelines)
- Unpasteurized fruit or vegetable juice
- Wild mushroom (except for morel and **bleep**ake mushrooms)
- Ackee fruit or seeds
- Expired food
- Government assistance benefits that can be used for food
When listing food items that are allowed, sellers must:
- Ensure food items are properly packaged and stored safely
- Clearly state the expiration date in the item description
- State how perishable items will be delivered, and ensure they are delivered to the buyer before the expiration date
Activity on eBay is required to:
- Follow all applicable laws
- Respect the rights of third parties
- Follow the eBay User Agreement
- Follow this eBay policy
If activity doesn’t meet these requirements, eBay may take action consistent with applicable laws and the eBay User Agreement, and may even be legally required to do so. Such actions may include, as an example only: administratively ending listings or canceling transactions, hiding or lowering the placement of listings in search results, lowering seller rating, restricting buying or selling, forfeiture of fees, loss of buyer or seller protections, restricting access to member communication and rating tools, removing feedback, and account suspension."
KrazzyKats • Volunteer Community Member • Buyer/Seller since 1998
