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Inspection of Poultry Products

FSIS inspects all poultry products sold in interstate commerce and reinspects imported products to ensure that they meet U.S. food safety standards.

Directives for Poultry Inspection

Review FSIS directives related to poultry inspection.

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Guidelines for Poultry Products

Consult FSIS guidelines for poultry products.

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Reducing Salmonella in Poultry

USDA is mobilizing a stronger and more comprehensive effort to reduce Salmonella illnesses related to poultry products.
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Modernization of Poultry Slaughter Inspection

Find new guidance, information and data about the effort to modernize poultry slaughter inspection.

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Poultry Products Inspection Act

Learn more about the 1957 federal act keeping your poultry products safe.

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Payment Options & Information

Need to discuss billing or find out how to make a payment? FSIS accepts payments by mail and has three options for electronic and online payments.
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Food Safety Assessments Tools

An important toolbox for identifying potential risks in the food production process and to document food safety assessments (FSAs) methodically.
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Apply for Grant of Inspection

The steps and requirements for obtaining a Federal grant of inspection.
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Last Updated: Aug 16, 2020