This includes all types of food. There are several areas of foodstuffs that can get an importer into trouble. In fact, you should verify all product information before you send it to the US.

One area that is commonly a problem for us is the lack of correct manufacturer information about a product. FDA is very concerned about canned products and products that are likely to cause botulism. To control the importation of high risk products, the FDA requires prior approval. The manufacturers have to get FDA approval for each product it send to the US. Upon importation we will be asking you for the FCE and SID numbers. The FCE is the Federal Canning Establishment number that FDA issues for the manufacturing plant in the country of origin. The SID is the Schedule Identifier that is particular to the specific product being imported. It is crucial for this information to be conveyed to us at the time of entry. Most manufacturers are aware of these rules and include the information on the commercial invoice. If the foodstuffs are purchased through a third party, you must still get the manufacturing information.