FDA Reminds of May 31 Deadline for VQIP Applications
The window for applying for FDA’s Voluntary Qualified Importer Program for FY 2024 closes on May 31, the agency reminded importers in an emailed update. “Before applying, please ensure that each of the foreign suppliers of the food intended for…
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import under VQIP have valid facility certifications issued by a certification body (CB) accredited under FDA’s Accredited Third-Party Certification Program (TPP),” FDA said May 3. “Importers or foreign suppliers interested in an audit to establish eligibility for VQIP should contact an accredited CB under TPP to request an audit that meets the definition of a regulatory audit.” FDA recently added a sixth participant in VQIP for FY 2023 (see 2302070054).