Tariff Talk: Navigating Reciprocal Trade Laws
Understanding Reciprocal Tariffs Reciprocal tariffs are structured in a way that corresponds directly with the tariffs imposed by other countries on U.S. goods. Unlike standard tariffs, which typically arise from established agreements among countries—such as those...
Importing FDA-Regulated Products: Understanding FDA and Customs Enforcement Actions
Understanding the Role of the FDA and U.S. Customs in Regulating Imports When it comes to regulating imports, two key agencies play crucial roles: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Here's a breakdown of how these...
FDAImports Presents at Seafood Expo North America
FDAImports is excited to participate in the 2025 Seafood Expo North America in Boston, March 16th-18th. Ben England, our Founder and CEO, is going to speak on “Customs and FDA Enforcement: Challenges for Imports in 2025.” Ben’s presentation is March 16th, 2025,...
FDA Detentions Unpacked: Navigating Import Regulations
Shifts in FDA and Customs Regulations Under Changing Administrations As we see new leadership in Washington, there’s no shortage of questions surrounding customs and FDA regulations for imported goods. The back-and-forth between administrations can often bring about...
FDA-Regulated Products in Importation
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays a crucial role in regulating a significant portion of imports, overseeing about 40% of the U.S. GDP. FDA regulations impact various product categories, including: Food Products: FDA regulates most food products,...
Understanding the Complexities of Importing FDA-Regulated Products
Understanding the nuances of FDA regulations, especially when selling products online or conducting international research, is important to successfully bring products into the U.S. market. There are some critical but often overlooked issues regarding the importation...
Benjamin England: Navigating FDA Regulations and Customs Compliance
Benjamin England has a unique and extensive background at the intersection of FDA regulations and customs law. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked across various sectors, providing both legal counsel and consulting services to businesses engaged in...
FDA 2025 Registration Renewal Season Opens October 1, 2024
Between October 1 and December 31, Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-registered facilities must renew their registrations. Our team has handled registration renewals for thousands of facilities. Here are some things you need to know to ensure your renewal is...
FDA Updates Drug Reporting Requirements
On February 5, 2024, FDA issued a final guidance regarding reporting by drug establishments for listed drug and biological products manufactured, prepared, propagated, compounded, or processed for commercial distribution. The upshot is that drugs listed with FDA must...
New FDA Draft Guidance Impacts Seafood Importers and Processors
On February 9, 2024, FDA issued “Recommendations for Collecting Representative Samples for Food Testing Used as Evidence for Release of Certain Fish and Fishery Products Subject to Detention Without Physical Examination (DWPE) and Removal of a Foreign Manufacturer’s...