fsvp-ior-faqs

FAQs

FSVP stands for the Foreign Supplier Verification Program required by the U.S. FDA. It ensures that imported food complies with U.S. safety standards. U.S. importers are responsible for verification.

Any foreign manufacturer or exporter shipping human or animal food to the United States

Anyone importing food for sale in the U.S. — including sales on Amazon, wholesale, or online platforms

While some categories like dairy, meat, or certain seafood under HACCP may be exempt,

most processed foods, beverages, and dietary supplements are subject to FSVP requirements.

Some USDA-regulated items (meat, dairy) or HACCP seafood may be exempt.
But most processed or packaged food still requires FSVP. If uncertain, consult an expert.

True — some shipments may pass customs undetected.
But Amazon and other platforms often screen listings later and may request FSVP documents or suspend your listings.

You risk import refusals, returns, Amazon suspensions, and FDA warning letters or penalties.

The IOR (Importer of Record) handles customs.
The FSVP Agent handles FDA compliance.
NYUNNIE can act as both — simplifying the entire process.

No — we serve clients from Korea, China, Vietnam, Japan, and other Asian countries.

Pricing depends on your product, volume, and document status.
We provide custom quotes — prices are not publicly posted.

No. The FSVP Agent and the Importer of Record must represent the same U.S. importer.
Splitting the roles between two unrelated companies will likely result in FDA rejection or customs delays.

It’s possible that their shipment was not screened by FDA at the port of entry —
this can happen randomly or based on HTS code flags.
However, even if the product passes customs, platforms like Amazon may later request FSVP documentation during listing reviews or random audits.
Many sellers who skip FSVP later face suspensions, detentions, or forced removals from Amazon and other platforms.