FDA Import Refusals — Week 31 2025 (28 Jul–3 Aug)
In week 31 of 2025 (28 Jul–3 Aug), FDA recorded 117 refusals affecting food entries offered for import: 86 cite a hazard and 31 are labelling or registration failures. The most-affected origin countries were India, Mexico and China.
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Refusals (117)
- 196-1547485-5 TOMATO, DRIEDFrom Turkey, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. no process filing
- BDD-0792662-5 FISH SAUCE, FISHERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From Philippines, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. filth
- E84-0121435-6 ORANGE, CITRUS FRUIT JUICES OR CONCENTRATESFrom Guatemala, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. false or misleading labelcolor not declaredno net quantityno standard name+1 more
- WDA-0030296-3 SPINACH, DRIED OR PASTEFrom China, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. pesticide residue
- 9R3-0027463-8 FLAVORED CANDY, HARD (LIVE SAVERS, ETC.), WITHOUT NUTS AND FRUIT (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From Afghanistan, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DNBI. ingredients not listedpoisonous or deleterious substance
- DP4-3922248-1 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From India, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- EJ4-0055061-5 NOODLES AND NOODLE PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From India, Macaroni and Noodle Products. Import division DSWI. ingredients not listedno net quantitynot in Englishnutrition labeling
- ACN-6131906-5 TUNA (ALBACORE, YELLOWFIN, BLUEFIN, SKIPJACK, ETC.)From Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- H08-0065399-2 BISCUITSFrom Ukraine, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DWCI. unsafe color additive
- BJG-0195491-5 MANGO, JUICE, MILK, CREME, DRINK OR NECTAR, SUB/TROPICAL FRUITFrom Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- 082-0462913-6 SHRIMP AND PRAWNS, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom India, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSWI. veterinary drug residuenitrofuran
- KM6-3653303-6 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From India, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- 9VV-0046288-2 GELATIN, FLAVOREDFrom China, Gelatin, Rennet, Pudding Mixes, and Pie Fillings. Import division DWCI. filth
- 799-0111934-9 VITAMIN, N.E.C.From Germany, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 748-0610447-2 CANTALOUPE (VINE FRUIT)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. Salmonella
- 101-3059918-7 COCONUT, SUBTROPICAL AND TROPICAL FRUIT, JUICES, MILK, CREME, DRINKS AND NECTARSFrom Canada, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNBI. no process filing
- 8YV-0001387-0 GUAVA, JAM, JELLY, PRESERVES, MARMALADE, BUTTER OR CANDIEDFrom Trinidad and Tobago, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSEI. filth
- 97N-0624198-9 FLAVORED CANDY, HARD (LIVE SAVERS, ETC.), WITHOUT NUTS AND FRUIT (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From Italy, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DSEI. ingredients not listedcolor not declared
- SCS-1542668-2 MIXED OR ASSORTED CHOCOLATE CANDIES (BARS, BOXES, LOOSE FORM), WITH NUTS OR NUT PRODUCTS (NOT COCONUFrom Turkey, Chocolate and Cocoa Products. Import division DNBI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listedno net quantitynot in English+1 more
- EJ2-0172565-5 LEAF & STEM VEGETABLES, N.E.C.From Thailand, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- KM6-3650016-7 TEA, N.E.C.From India, Coffee and Tea. Import division DNBI. filth
- 417-0399995-7 SHRIMP AND PRAWNS, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Indonesia, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSEI. false or misleading labelno net quantity
- 799-8484924-1 ALOE (HERBAL AND BOTANICAL (NOT TEAS) II (CONTINUED))From Israel, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DNBI. ingredients not listedno adequate directions
- KL1-0290831-8 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From India, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- KM6-3653660-9 NOODLES, WHEAT AND SOYFrom India, Macaroni and Noodle Products. Import division DNBI. pesticide residueno common nameundeclared allergen
- EVR-0166072-4 BEVERAGE BASE OF NON-FRUIT ORIGIN, LIQUID, N.E.C.From China, Beverage Bases. Import division DWCI. melaminefilth
- KM6-3658485-6 ANISE (STAR ANISE) (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DWCI. insanitary handlingSalmonella
- 551-4060957-6 PUMPKIN SEED (EDIBLE SEED)From China, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- 799-9584666-5 PEPPER, BLACK, GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DSEI. filth
- NXW-0006943-9 CUCUMBERS (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE)From Jordan, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- BYX-0291177-8 SERRANO PEPPER, HOT (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE)From Mexico, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- 8KP-0064966-6 MUNG BEAN, BEAN AND PEA SPROUTSFrom India, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. Salmonella
- AEK-7360070-0 ASHWAGANDHA (HERBAL & BOTANICALS, NOT TEAS)From Bangladesh, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- KM6-3653329-1 NOODLES, INSTANTFrom India, Macaroni and Noodle Products. Import division DNBI. ingredients not listedfilthfalse or misleading labelno net quantity+1 more
- KM6-3644829-2 FRUIT/FRUIT FLAVORED PLAIN COOKIES, BISCUITS AND WAFERSFrom Pakistan, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- BJG-0196074-8 SOFT DRINK, OTHER FRUIT FLAVORED, CARBONATEDFrom Mexico, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- AEK-7385085-9 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Portugal, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 572-6930675-9 BARLEY, WHOLE GRAINFrom Canada, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNBI. Salmonella
- BJG-0195521-9 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. not in English
- 8P5-0077079-4 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From Pakistan, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- AEK-7385086-7 GINSENG (HERBAL & BOTANICALS, NOT TEAS)From Portugal, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- SCS-2051497-7 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. not in Englishunapproved new drug
- SCS-0482882-3 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Hong Kong, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. ingredients not listedno contact information
- KM6-3655104-6 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From Pakistan, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- SCS-0143243-9 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From India, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. label not conspicuousfalse or misleading labelnutrition labeling
- BJG-0195979-9 POTATO CHIPS,FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declarednot in Englishlabel not conspicuous+2 more
- DP4-3927846-7 CAKE,CUSTARD OR CREAM FILLEDFrom Turkey, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNBI. unsafe color additiveno net quantity
- SCS-1795519-1 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. not in Englishunapproved new drug
- BJG-0194607-7 POTATO CHIPS,FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- AEK-7377558-5 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 516-2167128-1 SWEET GOODS,CUSTARD OR CREAM FILLED, N.E.C.From Italy, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DSEI. nutrition labeling
- AEK-7348453-5 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Portugal, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. false or misleading label
- 8B4-0009176-3 PLANTAIN SNACKS, FRUIT SNACK FOODS, FRIED/OIL COOKEDFrom Nigeria, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSEI. nutrition labeling
- KM6-3656956-8 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From India, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- BYX-0291054-9 FAVA BEANFrom Mexico, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- KM6-3656462-7 ROOT & TUBER VEGETABLE, N.E.C.From India, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. no process filing
- AEK-3399230-4 HERBALS & BOTANICALS (NOT TEAS), N.E.C.From India, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. ingredients not listedlabel not conspicuousnutrition labeling
- EB5-1616572-8 SOFT CANDY WITHOUT NUTS AND FRUIT, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From United Kingdom, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additive
- 799-8990952-9 FOLIC ACID (VITAMIN)From India, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 8KP-0063807-3 ORIENTAL NOODLES (FLAVORED WITH SHRIMP,CHICKEN,BEEF,LOBSTER,CRAB,PLAIN,ETC.)From India, Macaroni and Noodle Products. Import division DNEI. insanitary plantinsanitary handlingno net quantitynutrition labeling+3 more
- 224-4564032-3 NONCARBONATED SOFT DRINK, N.E.C.From China, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DWCI. melamine
- 9EH-0111196-4 CHINESE RED DATE (JUJUBES, ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA) (PIT FRUIT)From China, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- AEK-7237833-2 ENERGY DRINK CAFFEINE-FREE, NONCARBONATED, N.E.C.From Estonia, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DSEI. unapproved biologic
- 9DH-0070784-9 CHOCOLATE AND CHOCOLATE COVERED CANDY, WITHOUT NUTS AND FRUIT, N.E.C.From Ukraine, Chocolate and Cocoa Products. Import division DNBI. unsafe color additivelabel not conspicuousfalse or misleading labelno net quantity
- H87-0294856-8 HONEYFrom Mexico, Food Sweeteners (Nutritive). Import division DSWI. substitution
- B7E-0033216-1 SUGAR SNAP PEASFrom Peru, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSEI. pesticide residue
- 8RG-2573932-3 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From Pakistan, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- 9S7-0017070-4 CHEESE FILLED CRACKERSFrom India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- SCS-2383251-7 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Hong Kong, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 082-0465624-6 GOBYFrom Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. veterinary drug residue
- SCS-1206672-1 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unauthorized health claim
- SCS-1919720-6 MILK BASE INFANT FORMULA PRODUCT (0-12 MONTHS), POWDER FORMULAFrom Germany, Baby (Infant and Junior) Food Products. Import division DSEI. label not conspicuousfalse or misleading label
- NF7-2250797-9 KIDNEY BEANFrom Yemen, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. no net quantitynutrition labelingno process filing
- 551-4069294-5 PEANUT, SHELLEDFrom Canada, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- 9DH-0069864-2 PISTACHIO, PASTEFrom Turkey, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNBI. Salmonellaingredients not listedundeclared allergen
- DP4-8666559-0 VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, CRUDEFrom Lebanon, Vegetable Oils (Includes Olive Oil). Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- AQZ-0604520-0 SHRIMP AND PRAWNS, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Indonesia, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. filth
- AQZ-0604514-3 SHRIMP AND PRAWNS, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Indonesia, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. veterinary drug residue
- BJG-0195879-1 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declarednot in Englishnutrition labeling+2 more
- BJG-0195812-2 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declaredingredients not listednutrition labeling
- 8RG-2573681-6 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From Pakistan, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- BJG-0195954-2 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- DSV-4067711-1 POTATO (ROOT & TUBER VEGETABLE)From United States, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. filth
- 8MH-0106025-6 IMITATION SYRUPS, MOLASSES AND HONEY, N.E.C.From Mexico, Food Sweeteners (Nutritive). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- DR7-0089666-2 TEA, GREENFrom Taiwan, Coffee and Tea. Import division DSEI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- HK8-0362634-8 RAISINS (DRIED GRAPES) (BERRY)From South Africa, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- 8P5-0076322-9 CAPSICUMS (CAYENNE CHILI, HOT PEPPERS), GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From United Arab Emirates, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- U47-2501023-3 CLAMSFrom China, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. poisonous or deleterious substance
- BNI-0135965-0 CORN, BOLTED MEAL OR FLOURFrom Ghana, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. mycotoxin
- EVJ-1237921-3 SCADFrom Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- KM6-3647784-6 OTHER BAKERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNEI. filth
- 82G-0100072-9 POTATO CHIPS,FRIEDFrom China, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DWCI. poisonous or deleterious substancemelamineunfit for food
- BYX-0290400-5 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declaredingredients not listedlabel not conspicuous+3 more
- BJG-0195789-2 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listednutrition labeling
- 86V-3524909-7 VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL)From Spain, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DWCI. unsafe food additive
- EDX-0016956-5 CHEESE PUFFS, BAKEDFrom Colombia, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSEI. not in Englishunsafe color additivesupplement labelingdietary supplement violation
- B7E-0033244-3 SUGAR SNAP PEASFrom Peru, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSEI. pesticide residue
- AEK-7232820-4 VITAMIN B12 (CYANOCOBALAMIN)From United Kingdom, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- B7E-0033258-3 SUGAR SNAP PEASFrom Peru, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSEI. pesticide residue
- SCS-1874659-9 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Canada, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DNBI. ingredients not listedno manufacturer nameundeclared allergenunsafe color additive+1 more
- U47-2503362-3 SOFT CANDY WITHOUT NUTS AND FRUIT, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From India, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DNEI. ingredients not listedcolor not declarednutrition labelingunsafe color additive+2 more
- 417-0401399-8 FISH, N.E.C.From Philippines, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. filth
- 799-0396539-2 HARD CANDY WITHOUT NUTS AND FRUIT, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From United Kingdom, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DSEI. unsafe color additive
- DP4-3931372-8 BETEL NUT, SHELLEDFrom Thailand, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNBI. poisonous substancelabel not conspicuousno net quantitynutrition labeling
- 635-1113623-4 DATES (PIT FRUIT), (PIT FRUIT)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- EPM-0187530-7 CLAMSFrom China, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. poisonous or deleterious substance
- N3J-0073207-1 CHINESE RED DATE (JUJUBES, ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA) (PIT FRUIT)From China, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- DK3-0791064-8 FISH MAW, FISHERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- E41-0109124-4 TROUT (RAINBOW, BROOK, BROWN, CHAR, STEELHEAD, ETC.)From Argentina, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- U47-2504352-3 CLAMSFrom China, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. poisonous or deleterious substance
- KM6-3660037-1 CORIANDER, GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DWCI. insanitary handling
- F87-2500111-6 FIG, DRIED OR PASTEFrom United Arab Emirates, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DWCI. pesticide residue
- 551-4058197-3 PUMPKINS, DRIED OR PASTEFrom Brazil, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. no food-canning registration
- 8P5-0077856-5 CAPSICUMS (CAYENNE CHILI, HOT PEPPERS), GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From United Arab Emirates, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- 9PM-2677293-1 RICE, CULTIVATED, WHOLE GRAINFrom India, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- BYX-0290359-3 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declaredlabel not conspicuousfalse or misleading label+2 more
- KM6-3657701-7 CARDAMON, GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DWCI. insanitary handling