As mentioned in other articles, the FDA has several tools to ensure consumer safety and product quality. One of these is the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP), a regulatory requirement established under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
The FSVP ensures that foods imported into the United States meet the same safety standards as foods produced domestically. This helps prevent adulterated or misbranded products from entering the U.S. market, protecting both consumers and businesses.
Compliance primarily falls on the importer. If there is no U.S. owner or consignee, a U.S. representative or agent must be designated to assume responsibility for meeting FSVP requirements.
To comply with the FSVP, the importer or their U.S. agent must follow several key steps:
The FDA conducts random inspections of importers to verify FSVP compliance. During these inspections, the agency may request documentation proving that appropriate verification controls were applied. Failure to maintain records or meet requirements can result in fines, customs holds, or even the prohibition of importing certain products.
Yes. Some types of foods are exempt, including:
The FSVP is not only a mandatory regulatory requirement, it is also an opportunity to strengthen your companyâs credibility and operational stability in the U.S. market. Compliance helps avoid penalties, customs delays, and rejected shipments.
However, managing the FSVP can be technically and administratively challenging, especially for companies with multiple international suppliers.
At CORE, our team of regulatory consultants is ready to assist you at every step:
Donât let non-compliance disrupt your operations. Contact us today to ensure your company meets FSVP requirements efficiently and confidently.
As mentioned in other articles, the FDA has several tools to ensure consumer safety and product quality. One of these is the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP), a regulatory requirement established under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
The FSVP ensures that foods imported into the United States meet the same safety standards as foods produced domestically. This helps prevent adulterated or misbranded products from entering the U.S. market, protecting both consumers and businesses.
Compliance primarily falls on the importer. If there is no U.S. owner or consignee, a U.S. representative or agent must be designated to assume responsibility for meeting FSVP requirements.
To comply with the FSVP, the importer or their U.S. agent must follow several key steps:
The FDA conducts random inspections of importers to verify FSVP compliance. During these inspections, the agency may request documentation proving that appropriate verification controls were applied. Failure to maintain records or meet requirements can result in fines, customs holds, or even the prohibition of importing certain products.
Yes. Some types of foods are exempt, including:
The FSVP is not only a mandatory regulatory requirement, it is also an opportunity to strengthen your companyâs credibility and operational stability in the U.S. market. Compliance helps avoid penalties, customs delays, and rejected shipments.
However, managing the FSVP can be technically and administratively challenging, especially for companies with multiple international suppliers.
At CORE, our team of regulatory consultants is ready to assist you at every step:
Donât let non-compliance disrupt your operations. Contact us today to ensure your company meets FSVP requirements efficiently and confidently.
