FDA Import Refusals — Week 33 2025 (11–17 Aug)
In week 33 of 2025 (11–17 Aug), FDA recorded 110 refusals affecting food entries offered for import: 88 cite a hazard and 22 are labelling or registration failures. The most-affected origin countries were Mexico, India and China.
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Refusals (110)
- 748-0611072-7 CANTALOUPE (VINE FRUIT)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. insanitary conditionsinsanitary plantSalmonella
- DP4-3902525-6 TAMARIND, DRIED OR PASTEFrom India, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- N5D-2502698-0 TUNA (ALBACORE, YELLOWFIN, BLUEFIN, SKIPJACK, ETC.)From Senegal, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSWI. histamineinadequate process control
- N5D-2502631-1 TUNA (ALBACORE, YELLOWFIN, BLUEFIN, SKIPJACK, ETC.)From Senegal, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSWI. histamineinadequate process control
- KM6-1631870-5 MUNG BEANFrom Thailand, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. pesticide residuefilth
- 417-0401424-4 SNAKE HEADFrom Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. veterinary drug residue
- 788-1894911-3 TILAPIA, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- SCS-2664472-9 SARDINES (BRISLING, SPRATS, PILCHARDS, ETC.)From France, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DNEI. no process filing
- N5D-2502632-9 TUNA (ALBACORE, YELLOWFIN, BLUEFIN, SKIPJACK, ETC.)From Senegal, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSWI. histamineinadequate process control
- N5D-2503074-3 TUNA (ALBACORE, YELLOWFIN, BLUEFIN, SKIPJACK, ETC.)From Senegal, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSWI. histamineinadequate process control
- 799-0699193-2 CHEWING GUM, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From Italy, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DSEI. label not conspicuousnutrition labelingingredients not listedno common name
- KM6-3658932-7 BAY (LAUREL), WHOLE (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. insanitary plantinsanitary handling
- 8B4-0008171-5 COCONUT OIL, REFINED, SINGLE INGREDIENTFrom Nigeria, Vegetable Oils (Includes Olive Oil). Import division DSEI. unapproved new drugnutrition labelingunsafe food additiveno manufacturer name+1 more
- KM6-3653706-0 WHEAT CEREAL (BABY)From United Kingdom, Baby (Infant and Junior) Food Products. Import division DNEI. false or misleading labelno net quantitynutrition labelingunauthorized health claim
- W33-2501330-6 WOLFBERRY (CHINESE OR SOUTHEAST ASIAN BERRY OF THE CHINESE MATRIMONY VINE, W/SLIGHT LICORICE FLAVOR)From China, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DWCI. pesticide residue
- K09-0097148-0 FILLED MILK, CONCENTRATED, EVAPORATED MILK TYPE PRODUCTFrom Yemen, Filled Milk and Imitation Milk Products. Import division DNBI. labelingnutrition labelingno food-canning registrationno process filing
- 8RG-2571689-1 LEAF & STEM VEGETABLES, DRIED OR PASTE, N.E.C.From Egypt, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- J34-0102965-0 FISH MAW, FISHERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- BJG-0197579-5 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivelabel not conspicuouscolor not declarednutrition labeling
- 274-2500847-4 BREAD/ROLLS/BUNS, N.E.C.From China, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNEI. poisonous or deleterious substancemelamineunfit for food
- 349-2068981-6 CAKE WITHOUT CUSTARD OR CREAM FILLINGFrom China, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DWCI. ingredients not listedno manufacturer namenot in Englishundeclared allergen+4 more
- KM6-3659074-7 MULTIPLE FOOD SPECIALITIES, SIDE DISHES AND DESSERTS, N.E.C.From South Korea, Multiple Food Dinners, Gravies, Sauces, and Specialties (Total Diet). Import division DNEI. no process filing
- BSI-0640037-3 CONDIMENTS, N.E.C.From Mexico, Dressings and Condiments. Import division DSWI. not in Englishno common namenutrition labeling
- BYX-0291738-7 PRICKLE PEAR (CORE FRUIT)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- AEK-7328410-9 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
- 8P5-0080000-5 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From Pakistan, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- KM6-3649920-4 PEPPER, BLACK, GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. filth
- E84-0115422-2 FRIED SNACK FOODS, N.E.C.From Honduras, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DWCI. color not declared
- KM6-1633976-8 CONDIMENTS, N.E.C.From Pakistan, Dressings and Condiments. Import division DNBI. no process filing
- 82S-0004722-1 MIXED SPICES AND SEASONING WITH SALT, N.E.C.From United Arab Emirates, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- B7S-2505261-5 ENOKITAKEFrom South Korea, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. Listeria monocytogenesinsanitary plantinsanitary handling
- F57-7458311-0 TOMATOES (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE)From Canada, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- BJG-0197987-0 CHOYOTE, CHAYOTES (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE)From Mexico, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- AEK-7320104-6 ASHWAGANDHA (HERBAL & BOTANICALS, NOT TEAS)From India, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. supplement GMP failureunapproved new drug
- 238-1440193-3 COCOA BEAN N.E.C.From Ivory Coast, Chocolate and Cocoa Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- AEK-7377565-0 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. unsafe food additiveunapproved new drug
- BYX-0290437-7 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declaredundeclared allergen
- 196-1547618-1 MELON SEEDS (EDIBLE SEED)From Lebanon, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNBI. label not conspicuousnutrition labeling
- 8KP-0063212-6 MOTH BEAN, BEAN AND PEA SPROUTSFrom India, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. Salmonella
- BJG-0195870-0 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declaredundeclared allergen
- BJG-0196796-6 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivelabel not conspicuouscolor not declarednutrition labeling+1 more
- AEK-7311860-4 FOLIC ACID (VITAMIN)From India, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- DR4-0658914-0 CABBAGE (LEAF & STEM VEGETABLE)From Mexico, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- BJG-0196848-5 WHEAT GRAIN SNACK (WHOLE, CRACKED, SPLIT), FRIED/OIL COOKEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivelabel not conspicuouscolor not declarednutrition labeling
- BJG-0195787-6 POTATO CHIPS,FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivelabel not conspicuouscolor not declarednutrition labeling
- B7S-2506051-9 ENOKITAKEFrom South Korea, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. Listeria monocytogenesinsanitary plantinsanitary handling
- BJG-0196094-6 POTATO CHIPS,FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- DM4-0824793-8 DRIED SOUP, N.E.C.From Guatemala, Soups. Import division DWCI. filth
- 788-1894345-4 TILAPIA, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- BJG-0195684-5 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- 799-7910315-8 VITAMIN, N.E.C.From Belgium, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. false or misleading label
- 175-4038084-1 SAUCES, N.E.C.From Mexico, Multiple Food Dinners, Gravies, Sauces, and Specialties (Total Diet). Import division DSWI. filth
- BJG-0195964-1 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declaredundeclared allergen
- B7Q-1001490-5 FISH PASTE, FISHERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. poisonous or deleterious substancenot to standard of identitynutrition labelinginsanitary plant+2 more
- 87F-0003311-9 BLENDED SYRUPS, PANCAKE AND WAFFLE SYRUPFrom El Salvador, Food Sweeteners (Nutritive). Import division DNEI. filth
- 799-9466633-8 FOODS WITH SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRIENTS ADDED, WITH OR WITHOUT ARTIFICAL SWEETNERSFrom Mexico, Dietary Conventional Foods and Meal Replacements. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 9S7-0017078-7 CHEESE FILLED CRACKERSFrom India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- AEK-7329740-8 HERBALS & BOTANICALS (NOT TEAS), N.E.C.From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. not in Englishno contact informationnutrition labelingunapproved new drug
- 9GX-0256314-5 PEPPER, BLACK, GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. filthSalmonella
- AQZ-0600240-9 TILAPIA, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSEI. veterinary drug residue
- KM6-3655666-4 BEANS, CORN, AND PEA, N.E.C. (VEGETABLE)From India, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- BJG-0197072-1 ORAL REHYDRATION PRODUCTSFrom Mexico, Dietary Conventional Foods and Meal Replacements. Import division DSWI. ingredients not listedlabel not conspicuousno manufacturer namenot in English+4 more
- SCS-1510259-8 MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATEFrom China, Milk, Butter, and Dried Milk Products. Import division DSEI. melamine
- 300-1915884-0 BAKLAVAFrom Canada, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNBI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listedFD&C Yellow No. 5 undeclared
- 300-1911700-2 BAKLAVAFrom Canada, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNBI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listedFD&C Yellow No. 5 undeclared
- 94T-8128889-6 FLAVORED OR PARTY CRACKERSFrom Honduras, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DSEI. color not declaredFD&C Yellow No. 5 undeclaredunsafe color additive
- ENK-0119147-9 RAISINS, DRIED OR PASTEFrom Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- AEK-7242235-3 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
- 799-9455196-9 HYDROXOCOBALAMIN (VITAMIN)From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 655-3004690-6 SHRIMP AND PRAWNS, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Thailand, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DNEI. veterinary drug residue
- FV9-2505001-8 TUNA (ALBACORE, YELLOWFIN, BLUEFIN, SKIPJACK, ETC.)From Fiji, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. filth
- AEK-7261512-1 VITAMIN, N.E.C.From Guatemala, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- SCS-1687813-9 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
- 8KP-0064929-4 MUNG BEAN, BEAN AND PEA SPROUTSFrom India, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. Salmonella
- 8KP-0061821-6 LABLAB BEAN, BEAN AND PEA SPROUTSFrom India, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- BJG-0196896-4 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listedlabel not conspicuouscolor not declared+2 more
- BJG-0195816-3 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- KM6-3651181-8 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From Pakistan, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- 8Y6-0007010-1 MUSTARD OIL, REFINED, SINGLE INGREDIENT, SEE 28O FOR MUSTARD OIL AS A FLAVORINGFrom India, Vegetable Oils (Includes Olive Oil). Import division DNEI. unsafe food additive
- BJG-0196976-4 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declaredingredients not listednutrition labeling
- 8KP-0065220-7 TAMARIND (SUBTROPICAL AND TROPICAL FRUIT PUREES)From India, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNBI. filth
- KM6-3653603-9 OTHER BAKERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DSWI. filth
- BJG-0196595-2 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- 9AJ-0023344-8 BERRY, TOPPING OR SYRUP, N.E.C.From India, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additivecolor additive labeling
- AZR-4748617-1 VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, CRUDEFrom Azerbaijan, Vegetable Oils (Includes Olive Oil). Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- N3J-0073186-7 CHINESE RED DATE (JUJUBES, ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA) (PIT FRUIT)From China, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- KM6-3648877-7 NOODLES, CHOW MEINFrom India, Macaroni and Noodle Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- H67-1693788-2 INVERT SUGARFrom India, Food Sweeteners (Nutritive). Import division DNEI. unsafe color additive
- BJG-0197081-2 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listed
- K09-0097058-1 CORN STARCH SNACKS, BAKEDFrom Jordan, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DNEI. color not declared
- 8B4-0009693-7 VITAMIN, N.E.C.From India, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DNEI. ingredients not listednutrition labelingunapproved new drug
- E6G-1797359-0 COCONUT, SUBTROPICAL AND TROPICAL FRUIT, DRIED OR PASTEFrom India, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. Salmonella
- 8L5-0002753-3 CANDY SPECIALTIES, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From India, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additive
- DP4-3910522-3 TAMARIND, DRIED OR PASTEFrom India, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- KM6-3655635-9 TAMARIND, DRIED OR PASTEFrom India, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- 417-0400621-6 SHRIMP AND PRAWNS, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Indonesia, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. veterinary drug residue
- KM6-3659092-9 CARDAMON, GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DSWI. Salmonella
- DP4-8664235-9 MIXED STARCH SNACKS, BAKEDFrom India, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSEI. Salmonella
- CCT-0987736-4 TAMARIND, DRIED OR PASTEFrom India, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- 9S7-0017133-0 CHEESE FILLED CRACKERSFrom India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additive
- KM6-3656439-5 NOODLES, INSTANTFrom India, Macaroni and Noodle Products. Import division DNEI. ingredients not listedno net quantitynot in Englishnutrition labeling+2 more
- KL1-0290830-0 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From India, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- EE3-1461553-9 MUSHROOM, MOREL, FUNGI PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From Hong Kong, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- BJG-0196072-2 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listed
- BJG-0195821-3 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listed
- N3J-0073172-7 CHINESE RED DATE (JUJUBES, ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA) (PIT FRUIT)From China, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- 8KP-0065611-7 MOTH BEAN, BEAN AND PEA SPROUTSFrom India, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNBI. Salmonella
- KM6-3653870-4 FRIED SNACK FOODS, N.E.C.From India, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DNEI. FSVP violation
- F23-9335179-6 CARAMEL PUDDING (PIE FILLING) MIX (NOT CUSTARD)From Turkey, Gelatin, Rennet, Pudding Mixes, and Pie Fillings. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additive
- 9A6-1102384-6 CHINESE RED DATE (JUJUBES, ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA) (PIT FRUIT)From China, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth