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Ensure Foreign Supplier Compliance & Avoid FDA Detentions

Under the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP), U.S. importers are responsible for ensuring that their foreign suppliers meet FDA food safety standards. Our expert team provides FSVP Agent representation and product compliance assessments, helping you navigate FDA regulations and prevent costly import holds or refusals.

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What is the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP)?

The FSVP rule, part of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), requires U.S. importers to verify that the food they bring into the U.S. meets the same safety standards as domestically produced food. Unlike traditional customs import requirements, FSVP is an ongoing responsibility that involves monitoring and verifying supplier compliance.

Failure to comply with FSVP requirements can result in:

  • FDA import detentions and holds
  • Warning letters and enforcement actions
  • Monetary penalties or revocation of import privileges

Our FSVP Agent & Product Assessment services help you meet these requirements, avoid penalties, and ensure smooth importing operations.

Our FSVP Agent Services

What's Included In Our FSPV Agent Service?

A comprehensive FSVP compliance package, we will guide you from start to finish with no hidden costs or add on services.

Acting as Your Designated FSVP Agent

If you are a foreign supplier shipping food products to the U.S., you must designate a U.S.-based FSVP Agent to represent you. We act as your official FSVP Agent, managing supplier compliance, record-keeping, and communication with the FDA.

  • Serving as your official FSVP Agent for compliance and audits
  • Handling FDA inquiries and supplier verification documents
  • Ongoing monitoring and reporting of foreign supplier compliance
  • Support for FDA inspections and enforcement actions

Supplier Compliance Assessments

FSVP requires U.S. importers to verify that their foreign suppliers follow FDA safety standards. We conduct supplier compliance assessments to ensure your products meet U.S. regulations before importation.

  • Reviewing supplier food safety and hazard control plans
  • Verifying compliance with GMP and HACCP standards
  • Ensuring proper record-keeping and documentation for FDA audits
  • Evaluating supplier corrective action plans (CAPs) for previous violations

Product Assessments for FDA Compliance

Before you import food, beverages, or dietary supplements, we conduct a comprehensive product assessment to ensure compliance with FDA standards. This prevents detentions, refusals, and costly delays.

  • Ingredient safety and allergen assessment
  • Label review for compliance with FDA food labeling laws
  • Evaluation of food safety risks and hazards
  • Verification of claims (e.g., organic, non-GMO) for regulatory approval

Import Documentation & FDA Prior Notice Support

Proper documentation is key to avoiding shipment delays and FDA detentions. We ensure your import documentation meets all FSVP and FDA prior notice requirements.

  • Full FDA Prior Notice submission assistance
  • Review of bill of lading, commercial invoices, and packing lists
  • Verification of supplier food facility registration status
  • Assistance with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) coordination

Corrective Actions for FDA Non-Compliance

If your foreign supplier has been cited for FSVP violations or FDA import refusals, we help you implement corrective actions to regain compliance and resume importing.

  • Developing and submitting Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) to the FDA
  • Working with foreign suppliers to improve food safety programs
  • Assisting with FDA re-inspection and compliance audits
  • Re-evaluating supplier verification programs for ongoing compliance

Foreign Facility Registration Services

We handle the entire facility registration process for food, beverage, dietary supplements and cosmetics, ensuring your business complies with FDA regulations. Our service includes:

  • Preparing and submitting your FDA facility registration
  • Ensuring accuracy in facility details to avoid delays or errors
  • Managing renewals during the biennial renewal period
  • DUNS confirmation and matching for all international countries

Benefits of Our FSVP Agent Services

FSVP Expertise

We specialize in U.S. FDA import compliance and have extensive experience in food safety regulations.

Full-Service Support

From supplier verification to product assessments and FDA inspections, we handle all aspects of FSVP compliance.

Avoid Import Delays

Our team helps prevent FSVP-related holds, detentions, and refusals, saving you time and money.

Trusted by Importers

We work with leading food and beverage importers to streamline compliance and reduce risks.

Global Import Agent have successfully worked with me to land product in the U.S and remain compliant for FDA regulations. I'm really happy with their response times, and easy to use tech platform that facilitates the process.
Jane Mckay
Jane MckayAstute Beverages
I had hit a brick wall trying to get my FDA number for export of my rum to the USA. Ryan and James knew all the right contacts to sort this out for me. I could not have done it without Global Import Agent. They even sorted out my prior notification paperwork for me. I can highly recommend them.
James Singlehurst
James SinglehurstRevival Rum
Ryan, Chris and their team were exceptional in getting our food supplement product FSVP compliant. Pretty good experience with Global Import Agent overall.
Kelvin Yeo
Kelvin YeoAdvagen
Great level of service in the 3 months we have been working with Global Import Agent to date. From the first call with Fabrizzio to the comms with Ryan, James & Carlos, all has been good and the progress we are making is fantastic!
Jeff Webster
Jeff WebsterHunter & Gather
I recently had the pleasure of working with Ryan and his team for a label review of a dietary supplement, which was intended for commercialization in the United States. My experience was overwhelmingly positive, as they provided exceptional and professional support throughout the process.
Renato Di Lorenzi
Renato Di LorenziLoli Pharma
We use Global Import Agent as our FSVP agent for importing dietary supplements into the US from the EU. They've provided us with professional high-quality service thus far. Recommend!
Keiu Kadarik
Keiu KadarikEcosh Life
We were a start up working on our first import, and Global Import Agent was superb in taking care of our documentation and import process. Highly recommend.
Hee Joong Kim
Hee Joong KimMuom Life
Ryan is very helpful from the beginning to end. He responds super fast and he is on point to the issue / objectives.
Wonsik Woo
Wonsik WooLifeLab
James, Ryan and Carlos have been really helpful all along our FSVP. Great service.
Anahi Cabrera Herrera
Anahi Cabrera HerreraScience In Sport
Flexible and helpful FSVP agent. After comparing a couple of agents, this one is the one we picked. No regrets!
Andreas Edström
Andreas EdströmSwedish Signature AB
they are fast, efficient, and always open to help. They have been a great support for me and my company
Alba Rodríguez
Alba RodríguezGricha
Great to deal with, cost efficient and professional, highly recommended
Stephen Goument
Stephen GoumentGolden Turmeric
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Q. Who needs to comply with FSVP?

FSVP applies to most U.S. food importers, except for those importing from suppliers with certain exemptions (e.g., USDA-regulated meat, eggs, and poultry). If you import human or animal food, you likely need to comply.

Q. Do I need an FSVP Agent if I’m a foreign supplier?

Yes. If you’re a foreign supplier shipping food to the U.S., you must appoint a U.S.-based FSVP Agent to handle FDA communications and compliance on your behalf.

Q. What happens if I don’t comply with FSVP?

Non-compliance can result in:

  • Import detentions and holds
  • Warning letters and penalties from the FDA
  • Loss of import privileges and inability to bring products into the U.S.

Q. How long does an FSVP product assessment take?

A typical product compliance assessment takes 5–10 business days, depending on the complexity of the product and regulatory review needs. Expedited reviews are available.

Q. How do I verify if my supplier meets FSVP requirements?

FSVP requires U.S. importers to verify that their foreign suppliers:
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Have a hazard analysis and risk control plan
- Maintain proper documentation and records

We conduct FSVP compliance audits to help you verify supplier compliance.

Q. What if my supplier is already FDA-registered? Do I still need FSVP compliance?

Yes. FDA registration is not the same as FSVP compliance. Even if a supplier is FDA-registered, you must still verify that their manufacturing, safety, and hazard control processes meet U.S. requirements.

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