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How to Import Food Into the US: A Step-by-Step Guide
Importing food into the United States is not a single filing. It is a chain of separate requirements, run by two different federal agencies, that all have to be satisfied before your shipment reaches a store shelf. Miss one link and FDA can hold your product at the port, no matter how good the product…
Importing Cosmetics into the United States: A Beginner’s Guide for International Brands
This guide walks through the basics: what counts as a cosmetic under U.S. law, what doesn’t need FDA oversight at all, what MoCRA actually requires of you, and how a shipment moves through customs. It’s written for someone doing this for the first time, not for a regulatory specialist.
What Is FDA Prior Notice and Why Does It Matter for Your U.S. Shipment?
If you’re exporting food, beverages, or animal feed to the United States, you’ve likely encountered the term Prior Notice. Missing this requirement, or getting it wrong, can stop your shipment at the border, leading to costly delays and product destruction. Here is what you need to know to keep your cargo moving. What Is Prior Notice?…
Step-by-Step Guide for Importers Needing to Register a Food Facility with the FDA
If your company manufactures, processes, packs, or holds food intended for U.S. consumers, FDA food facility registration is not optional. Under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), food from unregistered foreign facilities can be held at the U.S. port of entry, a costly disruption no importer wants to face. Here’s exactly what you need to…
The FDA Just Launched a New Import Resource Hub: Here’s What Every Importer Needs to Know
If you import (or plan to import) products into the United States, the FDA just made your life a little easier. On May 18, 2026, the agency launched a new centralized page: FDA Import Educational Resources. It’s a one-stop hub of videos, quick guides, and organized links covering every stage of the import process. It’s a…