Yes, selling homemade food is legal in Denmark under strict conditions. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen) permits small-scale sales of non-perishable or low-risk foods, such as baked goods or jams, provided producers comply with hygiene and labeling rules. However, perishable items require commercial kitchen certification. Recent 2026 amendments to the Food Act tighten traceability requirements for artisanal producers.
Key Regulations for Selling Homemade Food in Denmark
- Hygiene and Registration: Producers must adhere to EU Regulation 852/2004 on food hygiene. Home-based operations selling directly to consumers (e.g., at markets) must register with the local municipality (kommune), while online sales trigger additional obligations under the Distance Selling Regulation.
- Permitted Foods: Only low-risk, non-perishable foods (e.g., bread, honey, preserved fruits) may be sold without a commercial kitchen. Perishable items (e.g., dairy, meat) require a certified facility under the Food Hygiene Order (BEK nr. 1234/2020).
- Labeling and Traceability: All products must display ingredients, allergens, and producer contact details. The 2026 amendments mandate batch tracking for artisanal producers to enhance food safety incident responses.