🦐FDA Issues 5-Year Debarment Order Against Quality Poultry & Seafood
Quality Poultry and Seafood, Incorporated: Final Debarment Order
Summary
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing an order under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) debarring Quality Poultry and Seafood, Incorporated (QPS) for a period of 5 years from importing articles of food or offering such articles for importation into the United States. FDA bases this order on a finding that QPS was convicted of a felony count under Federal law for conduct relating to the importation into the United States of an article of food. QPS was given notice of the proposed debarment and an opportunity to request a hearing within the timeframe prescribed by regulation. As of March 15, 2025 (30 days after receipt of the notice), QPS has not responded. QPS' failure to respond and request a hearing constitutes a waiver of its right to a hearing concerning this matter.
Agencies
- Health and Human Services Department
- Food and Drug Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The final debarment order against Quality Poultry and Seafood, Incorporated (QPS) inhibits its ability to import food products for five years, which can significantly affect its business operations and the competitive landscape for seafood and poultry suppliers. This regulation highlights the serious compliance requirements businesses in the food industry must adhere to.