Importer of Record (IOR) Service
Your U.S. Compliance Partner for Food, Feed, and Dietary Supplement Imports
Navigating U.S. import regulations for food, feed, and related products can be complex. As your Importer of Record (IOR), FSVPServices.com helps ensure the completeness of your FDA, USDA, and CBP documentation, streamlining the clearance process while keeping you compliant.
We offer a practical, cost-effective compliance model that features per-shipment representation for the import of your food products into the U.S., plus à la carte comprehensive services for specialized needs.
Scope of Work
1. Importer of Record (IOR) Regulatory Designation
- • Act as the designated U.S. Importer of Record (IOR) for the client’s shipment to the United States.
- • Assume legal responsibility as IOR solely for regulatory filing purposes.
- • Provide the client with the business name, U.S. address, DUNS, and contact details for customs entry filing for the determined shipment.
- • Provide any updates to the client regarding any changes to information ensuring updated filings with CBP and/or FDA.
2. U.S. Customs/FDA Entry Prior Notice Coordination
- • Serve as the contact point for regulatory inquiries related to the shipment during the duration of the project.
- • Receive or forward any 5 official regulatory correspondences or notifications regarding the client’s food/supplement/feed shipments.
- • Utilize Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes provided by the client or their broker for duty calculations (if applicable).
- • Set up an escrow to facilitate payment of CBP filing fees, duties, or taxes on the client’s behalf (if applicable).
3. Flexible Compliance Support
- • Provide up to 3 hours of support, coaching and guidance for the specified shipment, which may include:
- ∘ Customs fees payment (via escrow facilitation)
- ∘ Compliance inquiries
- ∘ Updates reporting, if any
4. Shipment Documentation Collection
- • Collect all shipping and regulatory documents submitted during entry, such as but not limited to:
- ∘ Commercial invoice
- ∘ Packing list
- ∘ Bill of lading or airway bill
- ∘ Certificates of analysis, origin, or free sale (if required)
5. Recordkeeping and Traceability (included if availed with Compliance Management Software)
- • Collect required entry records as required under U.S. CBP regulations.
- • Provide access to documents upon FDA request.
Exclusions:
- • Payment of duties, taxes, tariffs, storage, or demurrage fees
- • Prior Notice filing
- • FDA detention resolution or appeals
- • Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code verification
- • Import logistics, broker, and/or freight coordination
- • Customs bond procurement and duty/tax calculations
- • Additional support or assistance required beyond included services stated above
Exclusions:
• Payment of duties, taxes, tariffs, storage, or demurrage fees
• Prior Notice filing
• FDA detention resolution or appeals
• Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code verification
• Import logistics, broker, and/or freight coordination
• Customs bond procurement and duty/tax calculations
• Additional support or assistance required beyond included services stated above
Fees and Pricing
Add-ons (Optional):
- • Annual FSVP Agent representation and oversight - starts at $1,750.00/year per facility
- • FDA Prior Notice filing and submission - starts at $75 per shipment/product
- • FSVP Compliance Management Software subscription - starts at $149/month per user
- • FSVP Readiness Set-up Package for food exporters - starts at $4,950/facility
- • Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code lookup for import products - starts at $99/SKU
- • Import product regulatory review for U.S. compliance - $650 per product
- • Food/supplement label regulatory review - starts at $750 per product
- • Foreign supplier documentation and shipment records review - custom quote
Why Choose FSVP Services?
- ✓ Cost-Efficient Model – Competitive per-shipment pricing keeps costs predictable.
- ✓ Full Compliance Assurance – We take on the Importer of Record (IOR) representation for your records.
- ✓ Expert Guidance – In-depth knowledge of FDA, USDA, and CBP regulations.
- ✓ Seamless Clearance – Minimize port delays and keep your supply chain moving.
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- Let us handle the regulatory burden while you focus on your business.
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FSVP Services – Your Partner in Compliant U.S. Imports.
Disclaimer:
Services are executed based on the available documentation to facilitate compliance per applicable regulations, but does not constitute assured regulatory approval, nor does it guarantee market acceptance, regulatory clearance, or product sales in the target market. The Company’s role as Importer of Record (IOR) is limited to providing representation for customs clearance purposes per shipment, and does not assume ownership of the goods, ongoing importer responsibilities, or any financial liability beyond agreed-upon fees. All duties, taxes, regulatory penalties, or additional charges assessed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) remain the sole responsibility of the client/shipper.