FDA IMPORTERS: What to expect during a foreign supplier verification program inspections

Importers who bring in food products for humans and animals are required by FDA to have a Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP). Each importer must create their own program following FDA guidelines and will undergo inspection and review at their place of business.

Click here to access an excellent guide from FDA to assist importers in preparing for and completing the inspection process.

Further information about the FSVP process can be found here:

https://www.fda.gov/food/food-safety-modernization-act-fsma/fsma-final-rule-foreign-supplier-verification-programs-fsvp-importers-food-humans-and-animals .

If you have any questions, please contact your Western Overseas Representative