Do you need a license to sell honey in Arkansas?

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

Food Freedom Act (Act 1040 of 2021). Honey is an allowed non-TCS product, no state license or inspection.

What your Arkansas 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 Arkansas: "This product was produced in a private residence that is exempt from state licensing and inspection. This product may contain allergens." (Ark. Code 20-57-505)

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

The official Arkansas source

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

Read the official Arkansas guidance.

Quick checklist for Arkansas

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