FDA steps up enforcement of import laws against pet treats, cilantro and more

The Food and Drug Administration uses import alerts to enforce U.S. food safety regulations for food from foreign countries. The agency updates and modifies the alerts as needed.

Recent modifications to FDA’s import alerts, as posted by the agency, are listed below.

Click here to go to the FDA page with links to details on specific alerts.

Import Alert Number Import Alert Type Publish Date Import Alert Name
99-42 DWPE 01/30/2025 DETENTION WITHOUT PHYSICAL EXAMINATION OF FOODS DUE TO HEAVY
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Dark chocolate and red dye can be a problem in some Valentine’s Day treats

With Valentine’s Day on its way, thoughts are turning to love . . . and chocolate.

For many, dark chocolate is the chocolate of choice, and those who prefer dark chocolate will quickly tell you it’s healthier than milk chocolate. Why? Because studies suggest that its rich supply of antioxidants may improve heart health and other conditions. That and its relatively low levels of sugar.

Even the USDA gets into the act, saying that a typical 1-ounce serving size of … Read the rest