How Global Import Agent Can Help
Global Import Agent specialises in USDA organic import compliance and certification services, ensuring your operations meet all National Organic Program requirements. Our team handles the complex coordination between exporters, certifying agents, and customs brokers whilst maintaining full traceability documentation.
We work exclusively with USDA-accredited certifying agents and maintain direct integration with the Organic Integrity Database. Our services include:
- End-to-end certification process management
- NOP Import Certificate verification and processing
- ACE system data entry coordination
- Annual inspection preparation and audit trail maintenance
- SOE rule compliance monitoring and updates
- USDA Certification – Connect with accredited certifiers, manage application process, ensure Organic Integrity Database listing
- Import Documentation – Verify NOP Import Certificates, coordinate with customs brokers, ensure ACE system compliance
- Audit Trail Management – Maintain traceability records, prepare for annual inspections, document prohibited substance controls
Understanding SOE Rule Requirements for Organic Importers
The Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) Final Rule, implemented in March 2024, fundamentally changed organic import requirements. All organic importers must now be certified by a USDA-accredited certifying agent and listed in the NOP’s Organic Integrity Database.
Electronic import certificates are mandatory for all imported organic products, regardless of origin or packaging. As a certified organic importer, you’re responsible for obtaining NOP Import Certificates from certified exporters and ensuring this data reaches CBP’s Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system.
Your control systems must verify that shipments haven’t been exposed to prohibited substances or ionising radiation during transport, with full traceability from purchase through final sale or transport.
- USDA-accredited certifier certification and Organic Integrity Database listing
- NOP Import Certificate processing and verification systems
- Customs broker coordination for ACE system data entry
- Prohibited substance and ionising radiation control systems
- Annual inspection preparation and audit trail maintenance
What We Arrange And Manage End-To-End
1) USDA Certification Process
We connect you with appropriate USDA-accredited certifying agents and manage your organic handler certification application.
- Certifier selection based on your product categories
- Application preparation and submission
- Organic Integrity Database registration verification
2) Import Certificate Management
Our team coordinates the complex NOP Import Certificate process between exporters, certifiers, and your operations.
- Certificate verification and validation
- Electronic transfer coordination
- Unique identification number tracking
3) Customs Broker Coordination
We support integration between your organic compliance requirements and customs clearance processes through certified brokers.
4) Documentation Compliance
All import documents including invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading are verified to clearly identify organic products as required by 19 CFR 111. 1.
5) Audit Trail Systems
We establish comprehensive traceability systems that satisfy both your Importer’s Certifier and NOP verification requirements, including mass balance monitoring and investigation support.
Complete USDA Organic Import Compliance Package
Certification Management
Full coordination with USDA-accredited certifying agents and Organic Integrity Database registration.
Import Certificate Processing
NOP Import Certificate verification, validation, and electronic transfer coordination.
Customs Documentation
Ensure all import documents meet organic identification requirements for CBP entry.
ACE System Integration
Coordinate with licensed customs brokers for proper Automated Commercial Environment data entry.
Audit Trail Development
Comprehensive traceability systems from purchase through transport and final sale.
Annual Inspection Support
Preparation for Importer’s Certifier inspections including NOP Import Certificate audit compliance.
What Is a USDA Organic Importer?
A USDA Organic Importer is the certified operation responsible for accepting imported organic agricultural products within the United States and ensuring NOP Import Certificate data is properly entered into US Customs and Border Protection’s import system of record. Under current regulations, all organic importers must be certified by USDA-accredited certifying agents.
The role involves complex coordination between certified exporters, accredited certifiers, and licensed customs brokers. Importers must maintain control systems to verify shipments haven’t contacted prohibited substances during transport and provide comprehensive audit trails for annual inspections. Before importing organic products:
- Obtain USDA organic handler certification
- Register with NOP's Organic Integrity Database
- Establish relationships with certified customs brokers
- Develop prohibited substance control systems
- Create traceability documentation procedures
Our certification process:
- Connect with appropriate USDA-accredited certifiers
- Prepare and submit certification applications
- Coordinate Organic Integrity Database listing
- Establish NOP Import Certificate processing systems
- Develop audit trail and inspection preparation protocols
Deep understanding of Strengthening Organic Enforcement requirements since March 2024 implementation. We navigate the complex certification landscape with proven success across multiple USDA-accredited certifying agents. Coordination between organic compliance and customs clearance operations.
Our team manages the entire process from certification through final CBP entry, ensuring no documentation gaps. Comprehensive traceability and mass balance systems that exceed NOP verification requirements. We prepare you for annual inspections with detailed audit trails and certificate documentation.
Our specialist team provides end-to-end certification and documentation management services. Contact us today for a comprehensive consultation on your organic import requirements.