date:May 31, 2016
and imports food products through more than 300 U.S. ports. In addition, the agency states that food imports to the U.S. more than doubled from 2003-2013.
This active international trade has allowed U.S. consumers to enjoy a wide variety of foods year-round, and U.S. consumers expect that all foods sold in U.S. markets will be safe for themselves and their families, FDAnotes.
What does the FSVP rule require?
Importers who come under the authority of the new rule will need to conduct haz