Do you need a license to sell honey in Arizona?

In most cases you can sell pure honey from your own bees in Arizona without a food license.

Register with AZDHS and complete food-handler training. No open sampling or assembly.

What your Arizona honey label must include

Start with the federal basics that apply in every state:

  • The word "Honey" (you can name the floral source, like "Wildflower Honey", if it is the main source)
  • Net weight in both US and metric, in the bottom 30 percent of the front label
  • Your name and address
  • No ingredient list is needed for pure honey; add one the moment you add anything

Then, for Arizona: "This product was produced in a home kitchen that may come in contact with common food allergens and pet allergens and is not subject to public health inspection." (ARS 36-932). Plus preparer name, AZDHS registration number, ingredients and production date.

For the full federal rules, including when a nutrition panel is required, see our honey labeling requirements guide.

The official Arizona source

These rules are set by Arizona Department of Health Services. This reflects their published guidance; still confirm the current details before printing.

Read the official Arizona guidance.

Quick checklist for Arizona

  • The word "Honey"
  • Net weight in US and metric, bottom 30 percent of the front
  • Your name and address
  • The Arizona statement or disclaimer described above
  • Optional but recommended: "Do not feed honey to infants under one year of age"