date:May 07, 2012
As a result of major recalls in recent years, the FDA has stepped up its inspection of imports at the time of entry. There are many things that the supplier and importer can do to minimize the risk of a detention - or even worse - a refusal of a shipment.
Bioterrorism Act
It is important that both the supplier and importer have an FDA Registration Number if they manufacture, pack, process or hold foods or beverages for consumption.
The newly enacted Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) will exp