Minnesota Pet Food Regulations
Commercial feed licensing, AAFCO compliance, and labeling requirements for pet treat businesses
Overview
Minnesota is one of the most friendly states for home-based pet treat businesses. Minn. Stat. § 25.391 exempts pet treats made in a home kitchen from commercial feed licensing if sold directly to end consumers, properly labeled, and not making nutritional adequacy claims. Full commercial feed registration also available at $50 annually plus $35 per product.
Feed License
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AAFCO Model
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Annual Fee
Varies
Per Product Fee
N/A
Legal Citation: Minn. Stat. § 25.391 (Pet treat exemption); Minn. Stat. § 25.31 et seq. (Commercial Feed Law)
Last verified: 2/28/2026
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