U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for protecting public health by regulating imported products. Any company that plans to distribute food, animal, medical, or beauty products for the U.S. market is required to register with FDA.

If you produce products in the categories below, FDA registration may be mandatory:

• Food, beverages, or dietary supplements
• Cosmetic products
• Animal and veterinary products
• Medical devices
• Drug products (including OTC)
• Tobacco products
• Radiation-emitting devices (RED)
• Biologics

By registering your facility with FDA, you help to promote consumer safety and keep your company FDA compliant. FDA registration involves submitting detailed information about your products, manufacturing facilities and processes, quality control, labeling, recall procedures, and more.