FSIS to Post Updated Dataset on Import Refusals

On June 15, 2020, FSIS will update the publicly posted dataset on import refusals for products that the agency regulates. Federal law requires every commercial shipment of imported meat, poultry, and egg products to be re-inspected prior to product entering U.S. commerce. FSIS re-inspects each shipment to verify labeling, proper certification, general condition, and any signs of tampering and to identify product adulterated by transportation damage. FSIS also performs additional activities on a random and/or for-cause basis, such as physical product examination and laboratory sampling for pathogens and chemical residues.

Any product that does not meet FSIS requirements is refused entry, and the importer has up to 45 days (30 days for egg products) to have the product destroyed for use as human food, re-exported/returned to the foreign country, converted to animal food, or brought into compliance with FSIS requirements, if applicable (e.g., relabeled, remarked, or issued a replacement certificate).

This dataset is updated around the 15th of each month and contains each shipment with product that was refused entry. To access these datasets or view more information about them, please visit the FSIS Datasets page.

Policy Updates

FSIS notices and directives on public health and regulatory issues are available at their respective libraries. The following policy update was recently issued:

FSIS Notice 32-20 - Face Coverings, Disinfectant Wipes, and Hand Sanitizer for the Reopening of USDA and FSIS Facilities

Export Requirements Updates

The Library of Export Requirements has been updated for the following countries:

• Bolivia
• Cuba