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Top 5 things importers of supplements need to know!
12/18/2025

Top 5 things importers of supplements need to know!

Importers are responsible for compliance because the FDA does not preapprove dietary supplements. It's your job to ensure products meet all U.S. requirements before offering them for import.

Want to import supplements from overseas to the US? Here is guide on how to do so legally!
09/17/2025

Want to import supplements from overseas to the US? Here is guide on how to do so legally!

If you plan on importing dietary supplements into the United States but don't know how, we put together a checklist to help importers understand FDA regulations.

If you import dietary supplements to the United States you must file a prior notice with the FDA before shipping in orde...
09/17/2021

If you import dietary supplements to the United States you must file a prior notice with the FDA before shipping in order to avoid being refused admission at the port of entry.

Importers of dietary supplements must file a Prior Notice with the FDA prior to each shipment to the United States. Failure to file an FDA Prior Notice will result your shipment being refused entry.

You may need to get on the FDA Export List if you are planning on exporting food to the EU or China. ...
09/10/2021

You may need to get on the FDA Export List if you are planning on exporting food to the EU or China.

Many countries (such as the European Union and China) require certain food products be certified by the FDA to be imported. Certified products can be found on the FDA Export List.

Exporting food or supplements to foreign countries? You may need an export certificate from the FDA. ...
09/09/2021

Exporting food or supplements to foreign countries? You may need an export certificate from the FDA.

Many foreign countries and customers will require a “certificate” for each shipment from the United States. While not required, the U.S. FDA may issue certain export certificates upon request.

Don't risk having your food products be detained or refused admission to the United States. Remember to file a Prior Not...
09/08/2021

Don't risk having your food products be detained or refused admission to the United States. Remember to file a Prior Notice with the FDA by the applicable deadline.

All importers of food, beverages and dietary supplements are required to file a Prior Notice with the FDA. Failure to file a Prior Notice will result in denied entry of your product.

It is important to know if any of your food products are subject to an FDA Import Alert before you ship to the United St...
09/07/2021

It is important to know if any of your food products are subject to an FDA Import Alert before you ship to the United States.

The FDA issues import alerts to inform its field officers that certain products or businesses appear to be importing products in violation of United State laws. Products offered for import on the import alert list will be refused entry into the U.S.

FDA Export List is required for many food and dietary supplement exporters. But how do you get on the list? ...
09/02/2021

FDA Export List is required for many food and dietary supplement exporters. But how do you get on the list?

Certain countries require U.S. exporters to be listed in FDA’s export list for certain products. Without a spot on the  export list, U.S. exporters of certain food products are barred from access to applicable foreign markets. If you’re wondering whether your U.S. food export business is subjec...

Do you know if you are able to label for food as "healthy"? Learn how to meet FDA compliance standards for healthy... ...
09/01/2021

Do you know if you are able to label for food as "healthy"? Learn how to meet FDA compliance standards for healthy...

Under FDA regulations the term “healthy” -- or any similar term -- can only be used if your food meets certain nutrient requirements. Failure to follow FDA regulations can result in regulatory enforcement or legal action.

Learn about exporting organic food to the United States...
08/31/2021

Learn about exporting organic food to the United States...

Imported food, beverage and dietary supplements will be refused import into the United States if labeled as "organic" and are not certified by the USDA, or have the equivalent standards recognized through an agreement with the country of origin.

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