What is an FSVP?

FSVP stands for Foreign Supplier Verification Program, which is a requirement under the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). FSVP is designed to ensure that food imported into the United States meets U.S. safety standards. Companies that import food must verify that their foreign suppliers are producing food in a manner that provides the same level of public health protection as U.S. regulations. This includes evaluating suppliers, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining compliance documentation. The goal is to prevent food safety issues before products enter the U.S. market.