Food · United States
Food in United States: scope, official sources and a practical sequence for checking market requirements.
Requirements may vary by product, intended use, importer and destination. Verify the current official rules for your specific shipment.
Scope
Distinguish FDA-regulated foods from categories overseen by other agencies. Identify the roles of manufacturing and storage facilities and the importer.
Method and scope
Check facility registration, Prior Notice and importer verification arrangements where applicable. Avoid a blanket claim that imported food is FDA-approved.
Ask the importer to review applicable ingredient, allergen and nutrition-label requirements. Keep batch traceability records.
Official source
FDA Food ImportsThe source may require an account, region access or manual verification.
Check the route
- Identify the product, materials, intended use and target users.
- Check HS Code and the customs classification route.
- Confirm the importer and the responsibilities of each party.
- Read the product-specific official rules; additional requirements may apply.
- Check testing, documentation and labeling requirements where applicable.
- Reconcile the order, invoice, packing details and shipping documents.
- Confirm current requirements with the responsible authority or qualified adviser before shipment.