Member - Jul 12, 2022
FDA Releases a Public Registry of Recognized Accreditation Bodies under the Laboratory Accreditation for Analyses of Foods Program
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its recognition of six accreditation bodies under the Laboratory Accreditation for Analyses of Foods (LAAF) program. Under the LAAF program, these accreditation bodies may accredit laboratories to...
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Public - Jun 29, 2022
Import Control System 2 (ICS2) Release 2 – New requirements for inbound air shipments to the EU
From 1 March 2023, all freight forwarders, air carriers, express couriers, and postal operators transporting goods to or through the European Union (including Norway and Switzerland) will be required to submit advance cargo information in...
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Member - Jun 22, 2022
Important 30-Day Notice for FSVP Importers re: “UNK”
Beginning July 24, 2022, the entity identification code “UNK” will no longer be accepted in the Entity Number field by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Consistent with 21 CFR 1.509(a), FSVP importers will be...
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Public - Jun 17, 2022
Changes to import requirements for poultry products and by-products from the EU
On July 1, 2022, new import requirements for raw fresh/ frozen poultry products and by-products from the European Union (EU) will come into effect. This affects both edible and inedible products, and will harmonize import...
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Member - Jun 8, 2022
Mexican Government Launches Program to Curb Inflation on Food Products
Mexican government announces a joint industry plan to curb inflation by maintaining prices of 24 basic staples (MEXICO ELIMINATES IMPORT DUTIES ON BASIC FOODS) The Mexican government has announced a joint plan with its domestic...
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Public - Jun 3, 2022
FDA Posts Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for the FSMA Lab Accreditation for Analyses of Foods Final Rule
The FDA posted clarifying FAQs for stakeholders for the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) final rule on Laboratory Accreditation for Analyses of Foods (LAAF). LAAF establishes a laboratory accreditation program for the testing of...
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