Food and Beverage
We know how challenging it is to comply with the many laws and regulations governing food and beverage sales and distribution in the U.S. That's why we offer complete regulatory compliance solutions at affordable prices. From labeling review to importing requirements, US Imports has you covered.
FDA Registration and U.S. Agent
US Imports makes registering your facility with FDA quick and easy. We can serve as the U.S. Agent for food facilities located outside the United States. Upon registration you will receive a certificate confirming your FDA facility registration number.
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FDA Label Review
All imported foods and dietary supplement labels must be in English and comply with FDA labeling requirements. Our food labeling specialists review your label for FDA compliance and provide you a detailed list of suggested changes along with a complete markup of your label. We also include one additional review of your label as part of our labeling review service.
Learn MoreFDA Claims Review
Labeling claims must comply with FDA regulations or a label will be considered misbranded and denied entry into the United States. A claim is any representation made about a product on the label, website, flyer or even social media. US Imports’ specialists can review your claims and, if appropriate, offer alternative suggestions to maintain FDA compliance.
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Prior Notice
Importers must file Prior Notice with FDA before any shipment reaches the United States. Shipments arriving at a U.S. port without a bar coded FDA Prior Notice may be refused entry. US Imports’ specialists can assist in drafting and filing Prior Notices.
Learn MoreForeign Supplier Verification Program
Importers of food, beverages and dietary supplements to the United States are required to have a FSVP to verify the products are being manufactured in accordance with U.S. safety standards. Our specialists can help develop or review FSVP plans to ensure compliance with FDA regulations.
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FSVP Agent
Importers must designate an FSVP Agent upon entry of a food product to the United States. An FSVP Agent must be a “qualified individual” physically located in the U.S. to serve as the importer's representative with the FDA. US Imports can serve as your U.S. FSVP Agent.
Learn MoreTrademarks
US Imports experts can help protect your name, logo or slogan from the competition. Don't let others profit from your customer goodwill. Protect your brand today!
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EIN Number
Nearly all businesses must obtain an employer identification number (EIN) from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Foreign businesses need an EIN when filing U.S.Customs paperwork and registering with the FDA. Obtaining an EIN for a non-U.S. business can be complicated, so let US Imports handle it for you.
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A DUNS number is a unique nine-digit identifier for businesses issued by Dun & Bradstreet. Businesses are required to provide a DUNS number when registering with FDA. US Imports can help you get a DUNS Number.
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HACCP Plans
All manufacturers of juice and seafood products must have a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan to identify food safety hazards in the manufacturing process to reduce the risk of a foodborne illness. Imported juice or seafood products without an existing HACCP will be denied entry. US Imports can help create or review your HACCP plan.
Learn MoreRecall Plans
Most food facilities are required to develop a written recall plan to serve as a guidebook when a product needs to be recalled from the marketplace. The recall plan must be in place before you make your first shipment. We can help you create a new or update an existing plan for your food facility.
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FCE-SID Exclusion Certificate
US Imports' experts can review your LACF or AF products to determine if your product is excluded from submission and issue you a third-party Exclusion Certificate to serve as confirmation your products are excluded.
PurchaseFCE-SID Filings
FDA requires a Food Canning Establishment (FCE) registration and process filings (SID) for certain low-acid canned and acidified foods prior to entry to the United States. Our specialists’ can assist with FCE registration and obtaining an SID number.
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Food Defense Plan
Most food facilities are required to create plans to reduce the risk of intentional contamination of food products. US Imports’ food safety specialists can help you create a new food defense plan or update an existing one to ensure your facility is in compliance with FDA regulations.
PurchaseSeafood and Juice Verification Plan
All importers of juice and seafood products must verify the products they import are manufactured under a HACCP Plan to identify food safety hazards in the manufacturing process to reduce the risk of a foodborne illness. Imported juice or seafood products without an existing HACCP will be denied entry. US Imports can help create or review create a verification plan.
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