Use product category and channel as a first-pass filter.
The app does not replace category-specific review, but it makes the quick yes, review, or no call much faster before you design labels or prep inventory.
Source citations
Official current guidance for labeling, direct sales, TCS rules, training, and registration changes.
Market-specific context for packaged cottage foods and permit expectations at Texas farmers markets.
Underlying statutory framework referenced by the app for cottage food operations.
Guided first-pass checker
Pick a product and sales channel to get a likely allowed, review, or unsupported starting point before you print labels or prep inventory.
Checker result
likely allowedCookies and brownies
Non-TCS baked goods are commonly compatible with Texas cottage food rules.
Direct sales, pickup, personal delivery, and many farmers market settings.
Market sales usually work best when labels, disclosure signage, and backup ingredient notes are already prepared.
Informational workflow assistance only. This app does not provide legal advice, and sellers should review the current Texas DSHS guidance for category-specific questions.