Importing agricultural products, meat, poultry, dairy, and plant-based goods into the U.S. requires strict compliance with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations. Our expert team ensures your shipments meet all Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) requirements, avoiding costly detentions, rejections, and delays.
The USDA regulates the import of agricultural products to protect U.S. consumers and the domestic food supply. Certain food categories require permits, certifications, inspections, and labeling verification before entry into the U.S. Failure to comply with USDA regulations can result in:
Our USDA compliance services help you meet all regulatory requirements, ensuring a smooth and efficient import process.
A comprehensive USDA compliance package, we will guide you from start to finish with no hidden costs or add on services.
Many agricultural products require special USDA permits or certifications for importation to the United States. We assist in obtaining all required approvals, permits and certifications to ensure full USDA compliance.
The USDA FSIS oversees the import of meat, poultry, and dairy products to ensure they meet U.S. food safety standards. We help importers navigate compliance requirements to avoid shipment delays.
Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and plant-based products require compliance with APHIS regulations to prevent the introduction of pests and diseases into the U.S. We assist with phytosanitary requirements and customs clearance.
Imported agricultural products must meet USDA labeling and packaging standards. Incorrect or missing labeling is one of the leading causes of import detentions. We review your labels to ensure compliance.
Proper documentation is crucial for a smooth USDA-regulated import process. We help prepare and review all necessary paperwork to avoid delays and ensure compliance.
If your shipment is detained, refused, or flagged for non-compliance, we will work with you to resolve the issue quickly and proffesionally to resolve the issue and regain compliance.
We specialize in U.S. import regulations for agricultural, meat, poultry, and dairy products
Our proactive approach ensures your imports meet USDA standards before they reach U.S. ports
From permits and certifications to inspections and labeling, we manage the entire compliance process
We work with food producers, distributors, and retailers worldwide to streamline USDA compliance
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The USDA regulates imports of:
- Meat, poultry, and dairy products (FSIS-regulated)
- Fruits, vegetables, and nuts (APHIS-regulated)
- Animal and plant-based food products
- Organic foods requiring USDA certification
Certain agricultural goods require a USDA permit, depending on their risk classification. We assess your product and help obtain the necessary permit if required.
A phytosanitary certificate is issued by the exporting country’s plant health authority to confirm that plant-based products are free from pests and diseases. It is required for most fresh produce and plant imports.
To avoid USDA import detentions, ensure:
- You have the proper import permits and certifications
- Your product meets labeling and packaging requirements
- Your foreign suppliers comply with USDA regulations
We provide pre-import compliance reviews to minimize the risk of detentions.
If your product is detained, we can:
- Determine the cause of detention
- Communicate with USDA inspectors and CBP officials
- Assist in re-exportation or re-labeling (if required)
- Implement a corrective action plan to prevent future issues
Yes. Imported organic products must be certified under the USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP). We help ensure that your organic certification meets USDA standards.
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Navigating USDA regulations doesn’t have to be complicated. Our team ensures smooth, compliant importing for meat, poultry, dairy, produce, and plant-based goods—so you can focus on your business.
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