United States Export Requirements
Meet FDA registration, Prior Notice, and invoice requirements for exporting to the United States.
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Key Requirements
Food facilities must register with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). This includes manufacturers, processors, and packers of food products.
Required Documents
- • FDA Prior Notice confirmation
- • FDA Facility Registration number
- • Commercial Invoice (detailed)
- • Packing List
- • Certificate of Origin (if claiming FTA benefits)
- • USDA certificates (for meat/poultry)
Common Errors to Avoid
- ✗ Late or missing Prior Notice filing
- ✗ Incomplete product descriptions on invoices
- ✗ Missing FDA registration numbers
- ✗ Incorrect HS codes triggering FDA holds
Recent Regulatory Changes
Warning Jan 2026
FDA ePGS Prior Notice System Migration
The FDA has migrated Prior Notice submissions to the new ePGS system. The legacy portal has been decommissioned. All exporters must update their submission process immediately.
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