How to Start Your Own Salsa Business - Chapter 15

Before significant sales, formalize the business.

Choose a structure (many small food brands start with an LLC for liability protection)
Obtain general liability and product liability insurance (markets and retailers almost always require certificates)
Open a separate business bank account and track finances cleanly
Consider basic contracts for co-packers, distributors, or key suppliers

These steps are not glamorous, but they prevent personal exposure if something goes wrong and make you look professional to buyers and insurers.