Texas Cottage Food Law Flashcard

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What is the maximum gross annual income allowed for cottage food producers in Texas as of 2025?

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$150,000

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What must be included on the label of foods requiring Time and Temperature Control for Safety (TCS)?

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The date the food was produced

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What is required for selling foods that require refrigeration directly to consumers?

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Registration with DSHS

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Which statement is true about sampling under the Texas Cottage Food Law?

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Sampling is allowed without fees or permits

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Before selling food to the public you must do what?

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Complete a basic course in safe food handling

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What is the purpose of registering with DSHS for cottage food producers?

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To get a unique identifier number for labels

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Which of the following is true about municipal zoning ordinances and cottage food operations?

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They cannot prevent cottage food operations in homes

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What action can DSHS or a local health department take if a cottage food operation poses a serious threat to human health?

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Shut down the operation with a warrant

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What must be done to prevent contamination of food during packaging?

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Package food in the home kitchen

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What is the rule for labeling items that are too large or bulky for conventional packaging?

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The label must be incorporated into the invoice