Importer of Record (IOR) Service for Food & Feed Imports
FSVP Services – Your Trusted U.S. Compliance Partner
Navigating U.S. import regulations for food, feed, and related products can be complex. As your Importer of Record (IOR), FSVP Services assumes full legal responsibility for ensuring your shipments meet all FDA, USDA, and CBP requirements, streamlining the clearance process while keeping you compliant.
Scope of Work
What We Handle as Your IOR
Under U.S. federal law (19 CFR § 141.1, 21 CFR Part 1, USDA/APHIS regulations), the IOR is legally accountable for compliance. Our service includes:
Core Responsibilities
- ✓ Assumption of IOR Liability – We take on legal responsibility for your shipment under U.S. law.
- ✓ Customs Entry Filing – Coordination with a licensed customs broker for smooth clearance.
- ✓ FDA Compliance – Prior Notice submission (21 CFR § 1.279), facility registration checks, and admissibility review.
- ✓ USDA Coordination – Permit verification (if applicable) for animal feed & regulated products.
- ✓ Duty and Fee Payment – We advance all required fees (excluding actual duties/tariffs).
- ✓ Port Release and Delivery Coordination – Resolving CBP/FDA holds and ensuring timely release.
- ✓ 5-Year Record Retention – Maintaining import documentation as required by 19 CFR § 163.4.
- • Product Classification – HTS code determination & duty rate assessment.
- • Preliminary Label Verification – Verification of origin labeling and other claims.
- • FSVP and USDA Permit Guidance – Confirming if your shipment requires additional compliance steps.
- • Regulatory Risk Advisory – Flagging issues with unsubstantiated claims like “Organic,” “Non-GMO,” etc. (if applicable).
Deliverables
• CBP entry filing & FDA Prior Notice submission
• Clearance confirmation & shipment release updates
• Compliance summary report (upon request)
• Secure recordkeeping for audits
Fees and Subscriptions
Scope
Pricing (USD)
Per Product/Shipment
$999
Per Additional Product
$550
| Scope | Pricing (USD) |
|---|---|
| Per Product/Shipment | $999 |
| Per Additional Product | $550 |
(Excludes customs duties, fees, and tariffs)
Summary of Inclusions
- • Import Food Product List Regulatory Review: $650 - Included
- • FDA Prior Notice Filing: $75 - Included
- • HTS Code Classification: Included
- • Assumption of Legal IOR Role: Included
- • Customs Entry Coordination: Included
- • Payment and Advancement of Duties/Fees: Included (excluding actual duties/fees)
- • Recordkeeping: Included
- • Regulatory Liaison: Included
- • Entry Filing & Prior Notice Submission: Within 24–48 hours after document receipt
- • Shipment Clearance & Release: Usually within 1–5 business days after filing
- • Product Classification (HTS & duty rate): 1–2 business days after receiving product info.
- • Label Verification (origin labeling, claims per FDA/USDA/FTC): 1–3 business days, depending on complexity.
- • FSVP and USDA Permit Guidance: 1–2 business days to confirm additional compliance steps.
- • Regulatory Risk Advisory (claims verification): 1–3 business days depending on product and claim complexity.
Why Choose FSVP Services?
- ✓ Regulatory Expertise – Deep knowledge of FDA, USDA, and CBP rules.
- ✓ Legal Protection – We assume IOR liability, reducing your compliance risk.
- ✓ Seamless Clearance – Faster port release with minimal delays.
- ✓ End-to-End Support – From classification to final delivery.
- • Import Food Product List Regulatory Review
- Covers product classification, regulatory assessment, and trade compliance checks.
- Submission of mandatory prior notice to the FDA before shipment arrival.
- Accurate tariff code assignment to support proper customs declaration.
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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.