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Services

Our FSVP Services

FSVP Associates provides structured, inspection-ready support for U.S. importers of human and animal food under FSMA’s Foreign Supplier Verification Program. Our programs are PCQI-led, regulatory-aligned, and designed for small and mid-sized importers seeking reliable, affordable, and expert guidance.

We offer end-to-end support, from building your FSVP to maintaining it long-term, acting as your U.S.-based FDA contact, and assisting during audits or record requests.

FSVP Services for Importers of Human and Animal Food (21 CFR 1.500–1.514):

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FSVP Program Creation
A complete, FDA-aligned FSVP built for your products and suppliers
We develop full Foreign Supplier Verification Programs tailored to each food and supplier in your supply chain. Our focus is on clarity, accuracy, and creating documentation that aligns with FDA expectations and is easy for you to understand and maintain.
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Supplier Verification & Ongoing Monitoring
Ongoing oversight to keep supplier documentation current and aligned with FSVP requirements
We monitor your suppliers throughout the year to ensure documentation remains complete, accurate, and up to date. This includes reviewing new records, checking certifications and audits, tracking recalls and import alerts, and identifying changes that may affect risk.
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Audit Recovery & Issue Resolution
Support when FDA requests records, issues observations, or identifies gaps
If you receive an FDA FSVP record request, Form 483 observation, or notice of non-compliance, we help you respond in a clear, structured, and timely manner.


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FSVP Agent Service (FSVP Importer)
FSVP oversight, ongoing management, and FDA representation
We manage your full FSVP on an ongoing basis, keeping documentation current, monitoring suppliers, and maintaining the records FDA expects to see. We act as the designated FSVP Importer in FDA systems, using our U.S. address and DUNS for entry filings.
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FSVP FDA Communication Support
Your Dedicated FSVP FDA Communication and Documentation Support Partner
We support importers by serving as their primary coordination point for FDA communication related to the Foreign Supplier Verification Program.


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Testing Protocol & Lab Coordination
Practical, risk-based testing programs tailored to your products
We help importers determine when testing is appropriate, what hazards to target, and how to structure a practical, defensible verification approach.



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FDA Registration and U.S. Agent Service
Registration support for foreign food facilities
Foreign food facilities exporting to the United States must register with FDA and list a designated U.S. Agent for registration communication.


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Compliance Audits & Reviews
Support when FDA requests records, issues observations, or identifies gaps
If you receive an FDA FSVP record request, Form 483 observation, or notice of non-compliance, we help you respond in a clear, structured, and timely manner.

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FSVP Training & Team Support
Practical, importer-focused training for teams who manage supplier documentation and compliance*
We provide clear, customized training to help your team understand FSVP requirements, supplier documentation, verification activities, and day-to-day responsibilities. Training is designed for importers who want internal awareness, smoother supplier communication, and confidence when interacting with FDA.
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Industries & Product Categories We Support

FSVP support by product type

FSVP requirements look different depending on the food category, process, and supplier risk. FSVP Associates provides FSVP support for a wide range of imported foods, helping importers document hazards, verify foreign suppliers, and stay inspection-ready for FDA.

We regularly build and maintain FSVP programs for importers of:

FSVP for dried fruits, nuts, and seeds

FSVP for spices, herbs, teas, and botanical ingredients

FSVP for confectionery and snack foods

FSVP for bakery items and shelf-stable packaged foods

FSVP for ready-to-eat and minimally processed foods

FSVP for oils, vinegars, honeys, and specialty foods

FSVP for refrigerated and frozen products

FSVP for non-alcoholic beverages

FSVP for plant-based and vegan foods

FSVP for condiments, sauces, and spreads

FSVP for grains, flour, rice, and other dry ingredients

Supplier environments we work with

We also support FSVP programs for:

  • High-risk products that require additional verification activities
  • Suppliers operating under HACCP, Preventive Controls, and GFSI schemes (BRCGS, SQF, FSSC, etc.)
  • Smaller or emerging foreign suppliers with limited documentation
  • Importers managing multi-country supply chains and larger product portfolios

If your products are not listed here, we can still help. FSVP applies broadly, and our team has experience tailoring FSVP programs to many different food categories and supplier profiles.