The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released a video outlining the general process for importing human foods into the U.S. The video provides basic information for importers, foreign suppliers and exporters, and customs brokers on the steps they need to take to successfully import food into the U.S.
FDA must receive notification before food is offered for import into the U.S. The purpose of prior notice is to enable FDA to target inspections or examinations of the imported food at U.S. ports of entry more effectively, and to determine whether there is any credible information that the imported food shipment presents a threat or serious risk to public health.