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10/14/2026
FAQ
What actions are importers responsible for when it comes to Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP)?
Importers are responsible for the following actions under the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP):
- Determining known or reasonably foreseeable hazards associated with each imported food;
- Evaluating the risk posed by the food based on the hazard analysis and the foreign supplier’s performance;
- Using that risk evaluation to approve foreign suppliers and determine appropriate supplier verification activities;
- Conducting supplier verification activities, as required;
- Taking appropriate corrective actions when necessary;
- Developing and maintaining a written FSVP Plan, prepared by a qualified individual, that is in place at the time food or beverages are imported into the United States; and
- Maintaining required FSVP records to demonstrate compliance with FDA regulations.
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