The U.S. Government agency identified as The Food and Drug Administration or FDA is dedicated to safeguard and uphold the public health by laying guidelines and governing the food safety. These regulations are specifically meant for food & beverages for consumption in the United States. Food additives, food colors, food contact substances are also included in this category. Our company works in affiliation with Seattle – USA based company known as Register-FDA for offering certificate of registration with FDA. FDA food registration is mandatory for the companies, who manufacture, process, pack & label as well as store food & beverage items for human and animal consumption. Food exporters to US also need to register with FDA food Facility registration. However restaurants & retail food stores need not have to carry out the registration.
In addition to registration, businesses must ensure continuous compliance with FDA regulations by maintaining proper documentation, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and adhering to food safety standards such as hazard analysis and risk-based preventive controls. Timely renewal of registration, accurate product labeling, and appointing a U.S. agent (for foreign companies) are also essential requirements. Our expert team provides complete assistance throughout the process, from documentation and submission to post-registration support, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free entry into the U.S. food and beverage market.
FDA food facility registration requires domestic and foreign facilities that manufacture, process, pack, or hold food for consumption in the U.S. to register with the FDA under the FSMA guidelines.
Yes, food facility registration is mandatory under the Bioterrorism Act and Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) before exporting food or beverage products to the United States.
Food facility registrations must be renewed biennially (every two years) between October 1 and December 31 of even-numbered years.
Prior Notice is advance notification submitted to the FDA before any food shipment enters the U.S., allowing FDA to inspect and verify food safety before entry.
Yes, all foreign food and beverage facilities exporting to the U.S. must appoint a U.S. Agent located in the United States for FDA communications.
Facility owner/operator details, DUNS number, facility address, food product categories manufactured, and U.S. Agent authorization details.
It ensures smooth customs clearance, prevents detention at U.S. ports of entry, establishes compliance with FSMA, and builds market trust.