FDA Import Refusals — Week 50 2025 (8–14 Dec)
In week 50 of 2025 (8–14 Dec), FDA recorded 126 refusals affecting food entries offered for import: 97 cite a hazard and 28 are labelling or registration failures. The most-affected origin countries were India, Mexico and China.
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Refusals (126)
- 8KP-0065467-4 NUTMEG, WHOLE (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. Salmonella
- BQL-0110053-4 APRICOT, JAM, JELLY, PRESERVES, MARMALADE, BUTTER OR CANDIEDFrom Armenia, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. FSVP violation
- K64-3062281-6 ENOKITAKEFrom Japan, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. Listeria monocytogenes
- KM6-3656628-3 LONGAN, DRIED OR PASTEFrom Thailand, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- 635-1117857-4 DATES (PIT FRUIT), (PIT FRUIT)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- DP4-3975135-6 MAYONNAISEFrom Algeria, Dressings and Condiments. Import division DNBI. unsafe color additivenot in English
- EAY-0050460-0 FISH, N.E.C.From Tanzania, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DNEI. insanitary plant
- 417-0406129-4 RICE, PROCESSED (PACKAGED) N.E.C.From Thailand, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- DP4-3939508-9 HERRINGFrom Greece, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DNEI. insanitary plant
- 635-1117837-6 DATES (PIT FRUIT), (PIT FRUIT)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- J89-0147120-3 DATES, DRIED OR PASTEFrom Tunisia, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- 788-1905877-3 TILAPIA, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom China, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSEI. pesticide residue
- KM6-3659462-4 SPICES AND SEASONING, GROUND, CRACKED, WITH SALT, N.E.C.From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. filth
- 8MH-0109676-3 CORN CHIPS, FRIEDFrom Mexico, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DSWI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- 8U2-0001691-7 PEPPER, HOT, N.E.C. (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE)From Peru, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- KM6-3659887-2 FISH, N.E.C.From Myanmar, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DNEI. filthnot to standard of identity
- EJG-2503528-4 HONEYFrom Greece, Food Sweeteners (Nutritive). Import division DNBI. nutrition labeling
- DU7-0143055-3 FUNGUS, WHITE, WHOLE (BUTTON) (FUNGI)From China, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. Listeria monocytogenes
- 84A-0098571-6 CAKE WITHOUT CUSTARD OR CREAM FILLINGFrom China, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DWCI. unsafe color additivemelamine
- 750-0208165-3 BETEL NUT, SHELLEDFrom Vietnam, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNEI. poisonous substance
- SCS-8511355-8 FOODS WITH SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRIENTS ADDED, WITH OR WITHOUT ARTIFICAL SWEETNERSFrom India, Dietary Conventional Foods and Meal Replacements. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 8U2-0001720-4 PEPPER, HOT, N.E.C. (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE)From Peru, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- SCS-0255105-5 OTHER BAKERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DSEI. filth
- SCS-7313762-7 BETEL NUT, IN SHELLFrom Thailand, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DSEI. unsafe food additive
- AFP-2520061-8 STEAK AND OTHER MEAT SAUCEFrom El Salvador, Multiple Food Dinners, Gravies, Sauces, and Specialties (Total Diet). Import division DNEI. no process filing
- 799-1701369-3 BETEL NUT, IN SHELLFrom India, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DSEI. unsafe food additive
- 176-1043778-6 PEPPER, HOT, N.E.C. (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE)From Dominican Republic, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- NJS-0002133-8 PEPPER, HOT, DRIED OR PASTEFrom Mexico, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- H67-1702197-5 TAMARIND (SUBTROPICAL AND TROPICAL FRUIT)From India, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- 9GX-0256322-8 BISCUITSFrom Bangladesh, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNEI. labelingnutrition labelingingredients not listedunsafe color additive
- 300-3285297-5 SOFT DRINK, MILK BASED (CHOCOLATE FLAVORED, ETC.), NONCARBONATEDFrom China, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DNEI. melamine
- EJG-2504090-4 CHOCOLATE CANDY BAR, WITH NUTS OR NUT PRODUCTS (NOT COCONUT)From Turkey, Chocolate and Cocoa Products. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additive
- KM6-3662064-3 PEPPER, BLACK, GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. filthSalmonella
- 9GX-0256630-4 BETEL NUT, SHELLEDFrom India, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNEI. poisonous or deleterious substance
- N56-0050472-8 CANDY WITHOUT CHOCOLATE N.E.C.From Nigeria, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DNEI. labelingnutrition labelingunauthorized health claimunsafe color additive+1 more
- KM6-3657875-9 PASTES, N.E.C.From Thailand, Multiple Food Dinners, Gravies, Sauces, and Specialties (Total Diet). Import division DNEI. filth
- 231-6805459-8 PISTACHIO, SPREADFrom Italy, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additive
- DU7-0143494-4 BARLEY FLOURFrom Peru, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- 83B-0002912-8 VEGETABLE & VEGETABLE PRODUCTS NOT MENTIONED ELSEWHERE, N.E.C.From El Salvador, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- J89-0147225-0 TAMARIND, TOPPING OR SYRUPFrom Lebanon, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- BNI-0141366-3 MELON SEEDS (EDIBLE SEED)From Ghana, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DNEI. Salmonella
- KM6-3660343-3 TAMARIND, DRIED OR PASTEFrom Pakistan, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- BHK-6112842-6 STRAWBERRIES (BERRY)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- EUG-0042372-3 ANCHOVYFrom South Korea, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. insanitary conditions
- BDD-0757770-9 MACARONI/NOODLE PRODUCTS NOT ELSEWHERE MENTIONED, N.E.C.From Philippines, Macaroni and Noodle Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- 799-8732791-5 CANDY WITHOUT CHOCOLATE N.E.C.From Malaysia, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DSEI. nutrition labeling
- 799-1743466-7 GEL CUPS, FRUIT FLAVOREDFrom United Kingdom, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DSEI. color not declared
- BRQ-0403497-2 STRINGBEANSFrom Mexico, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSWI. pesticide residue
- AEK-9048319-7 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. unapproved new drug
- SCS-9084793-5 FISH, N.E.C.From Thailand, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. filth
- 92B-0065727-5 JELLIED CANDY, SOFT (JELLY BEANS, GUM DROPS, ETC.), WITHOUT NUTS AND FRUIT (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From South Korea, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DWCI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- EH2-0050918-8 CARBONATED SOFT DRINK, N.E.C.From South Africa, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DSWI. ingredients not listedno net quantitynutrition labeling
- KM6-3661722-7 TARO, DASHEEN (ROOT & TUBER VEGETABLE)From Bangladesh, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- ANG-0096320-8 CANDY SPECIALTIES, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From Mexico, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DSWI. filth
- EVY-0057401-8 FLUID/DRY MILK PRODUCTS NOT ELSEWHERE MENTIONED, N.E.C.From China, Milk, Butter, and Dried Milk Products. Import division DWCI. melamine
- DP4-3971860-3 PEPPER,BLACK, WHOLE (SPICE)From Brazil, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. Salmonella
- 85J-2250852-7 BAMBOO SHOOTS, DRIED OR PASTEFrom China, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. ingredients not listedinadequate process controlnutrition labeling
- 084-1803572-4 DATES (PIT FRUIT), (PIT FRUIT)From Algeria, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- SCS-7566891-8 LOLLIPOP (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From United Kingdom, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additiveno net quantitynutrition labeling
- 9AJ-0009953-4 PEASFrom Russia, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- U47-2515526-9 ENOKITAKE MUSHROOMS, WHOLE (BUTTON) (FUNGI)From China, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. Listeria monocytogenes
- 300-1922567-2 BAKLAVAFrom Canada, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNBI. unsafe color additiveingredients not listedno manufacturer nameno net quantity+2 more
- EL3-0073581-7 PLANTAIN (E.G., WEED), (HERBAL & BOTANICALS, NOT TEAS)From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSWI. not in Englishlabeling
- AQZ-0622128-0 SNAILS, AQUATIC, OTHER AQUATIC SPECIESFrom Senegal, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. Salmonella
- 83B-0002361-8 CARBONATED SOFT DRINK, N.E.C.From El Salvador, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DSEI. unsafe color additivenot to standard of identitynot in Englishjuice percentage not declared+1 more
- 176-1042908-0 PEPPER, HOT, N.E.C. (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE)From Dominican Republic, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- EH2-0050934-5 CARBONATED SOFT DRINK, N.E.C.From South Africa, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DSWI. no net quantitynutrition labelingingredients not listed
- SCS-7154447-7 OTHER BAKERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DSEI. filth
- 082-0465767-3 SHRIMP AND PRAWNS, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom Indonesia, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSEI. radionuclide
- KM6-1636205-9 GEL CUPS, FRUIT FLAVORED W/FRUIT CANDYFrom Taiwan, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DWCI. unfit for foodno process filing
- DP4-3945813-5 SNACK FOODS NOT ELSEWHERE MENTIONED, N.E.C.From India, Snack Food Items (Flour, Meal, or Vegetable Base). Import division DNBI. insanitary plantinsanitary handling
- F87-2500341-9 PISTACHIO, SHELLEDFrom Turkey, Nuts and Edible Seeds. Import division DWCI. filth
- AFF-2018694-6 RADISH (ROOT & TUBER VEGETABLE)From Japan, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. unsafe color additive
- 799-0343896-1 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. unsafe food additivenot in Englishnutrition labeling
- DSV-6760201-8 CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP, DRIEDFrom Jordan, Soups. Import division DNBI. ingredients not listed
- 8WB-0007130-5 DATES, DRIED OR PASTEFrom Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- 523-1452262-5 TZAHP CHOY (CHINESE CANNED SWEET PICKLES MADE FROM MIXED VEGETABLES) (MIXED VEGETABLES)From Turkey, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. no process filing
- 231-2164326-2 SHRIMP & PRAWNS, BREADEDFrom Indonesia, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSEI. insanitary plantinsanitary handling
- AEK-5012145-6 VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL)From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. ingredients not listedlabel not conspicuousno manufacturer namenot in English+2 more
- N6P-0008116-3 TSO GU (DRIED CHINESE GRASS MUSHROOMS, HAVE STRONGER FRAGRANCE THAN CHINESE DRIED MUSHROOMS)From China, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- ANG-0096397-6 CANDY SPECIALTIES, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From Mexico, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DSWI. filth
- NFT-2068319-8 ICES, FRUIT FLAVORED, ON A STICK, (POPSICLES, ETC.)From China, Ice Cream and Related Products. Import division DNEI. melamine
- 799-9971356-5 SHRIMP & PRAWNSFrom Malaysia, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DNEI. unsafe food additiveveterinary drug residue
- 699-2104364-7 RAISINS (DRIED GRAPES) (BERRY)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- 820-2155072-6 ESSENTIAL OILS FOR FLAVORING, N.E.C.From Indonesia, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. charge 3910 (not in FDA's published charge table)
- SCS-7129241-6 OTHER BAKERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DSEI. filth
- 264-0814229-2 DATES (PIT FRUIT), (PIT FRUIT)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- EUG-0043663-4 MIXED FRUIT FLAVORED IMITATION FRUIT, JAM, JELLY, PRESERVES, MARMALADE, BUTTER OR CANDIEDFrom China, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. unfit for food
- 037-0003873-4 MIXED SPICES AND SEASONING WITH SALT, N.E.C.From Yemen, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DNEI. Salmonella
- E4W-0036516-4 SHARK (ANIMAL BY-PRODUCTS AND EXTRACTS)From Portugal, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. filth
- SCS-0747651-4 CANDY SPECIALTIES, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From Canada, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DNBI. unsafe color additive
- 651-0135807-8 FISH MAW, FISHERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From Vietnam, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- NFT-2068838-7 ICES, FRUIT FLAVORED, ON A STICK, (POPSICLES, ETC.)From China, Ice Cream and Related Products. Import division DNEI. melamine
- AEK-5012142-3 VITAMIN E (TOCOPHEROL)From Mexico, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. ingredients not listedlabel not conspicuousno manufacturer namenot in English+2 more
- 164-0305051-7 SOFT DRINK, CITRUS FRUIT FLAVORED, CARBONATEDFrom United Kingdom, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DNEI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- 699-2104355-5 RAISINS (DRIED GRAPES) (BERRY)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- 406-0616031-1 GARLIC BULB (ROOT & TUBER VEGETABLE)From Spain, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DSEI. insanitary plantinsanitary handling
- KM6-3654996-6 BOTTLED WATER, CARBONATED WATER (NONMEDICINAL)From India, Soft Drinks and Waters. Import division DSEI. no net quantityno common namenutrition labeling
- 788-1904458-3 TILAPIA, AQUACULTURE HARVESTED FISHERY/SEAFOOD PRODUCTSFrom China, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DSEI. pesticide residue
- NFT-2068477-4 ICES, FRUIT FLAVORED, ON A STICK, (POPSICLES, ETC.)From China, Ice Cream and Related Products. Import division DNEI. melamineFD&C Yellow No. 5 undeclared
- 9AJ-0010034-0 PEASFrom Russia, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DNEI. pesticide residue
- SCS-7301833-0 OTHER BAKERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DSEI. filth
- AEK-9071500-2 GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE (HERBAL & BOTANICALS, NOT TEAS)From India, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- 799-0966903-1 FOODS WITH SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRIENTS ADDED, WITH OR WITHOUT ARTIFICAL SWEETNERSFrom United Kingdom, Dietary Conventional Foods and Meal Replacements. Import division DSEI. supplement GMP failure
- SCS-9797069-8 DATES (PIT FRUIT), (PIT FRUIT)From United Arab Emirates, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSEI. pesticide residue
- MQ9-0211566-5 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From India, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DSEI. pesticide residue
- 799-8959893-5 VITAMIN, MINERAL, PROTEINS AND UNCONVENTIONAL DIETARY SPECIALITIES FOR HUMANS AND ANIMALS, N.E.C.From Guatemala, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- AEK-7989875-3 MECOBALAMIN (VITAMIN)From India, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- FY4-0120713-6 FLAVORED CANDY, HARD (LIVE SAVERS, ETC.), WITH FRUIT (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From Trinidad and Tobago, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DNEI. color not declared
- KM6-3664637-4 BREAD/ROLLS/BUNS, N.E.C.From Bangladesh, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DNEI. FSVP violation
- 8Q4-0008368-4 BEEF SOUP, PLAIN, DRIEDFrom El Salvador, Soups. Import division DNEI. FSVP violation
- AEK-9027506-4 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. establishment not listedforeign plant not registeredunapproved new drug
- W69-5176030-6 YOGURT (PLAIN, FLAVORED OR FRUIT ADDED)From Taiwan, Milk, Butter, and Dried Milk Products. Import division DWCI. unfit for food
- 799-1723798-7 VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE)From Guatemala, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug
- H67-1689226-9 RICE, BASMATI, PROCESSED (PACKAGED)From India, Whole Grains, Milled Grain Products, and Starch. Import division DNBI. pesticide residue
- H67-1702081-1 HARD CANDY WITHOUT NUTS AND FRUIT, N.E.C. (WITHOUT CHOCOLATE)From India, Candy Without Chocolate, Candy Specialties, and Chewing Gum. Import division DWCI. unsafe color additivecolor not declared
- 677-0335652-6 FISH, N.E.C.From Tanzania, Fishery/Seafood Products. Import division DWCI. insanitary plantno common name
- BDD-0834344-0 RICE STICKSFrom Philippines, Macaroni and Noodle Products. Import division DWCI. filth
- 635-1117596-8 DATES (PIT FRUIT), (PIT FRUIT)From Mexico, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSWI. filth
- F12-0074535-6 STRAWBERRIES (BERRY)From Chile, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DSEI. pesticide residue
- 8NP-0810995-5 CHILI SAUCEFrom Indonesia, Multiple Food Dinners, Gravies, Sauces, and Specialties (Total Diet). Import division DWCI. no food-canning registrationno process filing
- NUV-3860353-9 TAMARIND, JAM, JELLY, PRESERVES, MARMALADE, BUTTER OR CANDIEDFrom Vietnam, Fruit and Fruit Products. Import division DNEI. filth
- W69-5186010-6 PEPPER, BLACK, GROUND, CRACKED (SPICE)From India, Spices, Flavors, and Salts. Import division DWCI. filth
- SCS-5264415-5 OTHER BAKERY PRODUCTS, N.E.C.From India, Bakery Products, Doughs, Bakery Mixes, and Icings. Import division DSEI. filth
- U47-2513701-0 LEAF & STEM VEGETABLES, N.E.C.From China, Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Import division DWCI. listing refusalcolor not declared
- AEK-9070754-6 VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE)From El Salvador, Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, and Unconventional Dietary Specialties for Humans. Import division DSEI. unapproved new drug