• Client Login
  • Request a Demo
1-866-252-2373 sales@cadretech.com
Cadre Tech
  • Home
  • Features
    • Receiving
    • Putaway
    • Inventory Management
    • Order Management
    • Multi Carrier Shipping
    • 3PL Billing
    • Reporting and Analytics
    • Kitting
    • Inventory Replenishment
    • Cycle Counting
    • Labor Reporting
  • Solutions
    • Cloud Based WMS Solutions
    • Distribution & Manufacturing WMS
    • eCommerce Warehouse Management System
    • Supply Chain Visibility & Execution
  • Industries
    • 3PL Logistics & Fulfillment
    • Wholesale & Industrial Distribution
    • 4PL Visibility & Control
    • Cold Storage
    • Food & Beverage
    • Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
    • All Industries
  • Services
    • Consulting
    • Implementation Services
    • Training
    • Software Support
  • Resources
    • Data Sheets/Brochures
    • Press Room
    • White Papers/Case Studies
    • Blog
  • Company
    • About Cadre Technologies
    • Partners & Associations
    • Meet the Cadre Team
    • Customer Community
    • Contact Us
  • Search
  • Menu Menu

Food & Beverage Distributors Must Renew with FDA by End of 2022

Blog
Reading Time: 3 minutes

By December 31, 2022, all non-exempt U.S. food facilities must initially register or renew their registration with the U.S Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Cadre has developed the following answers to many questions posed by 3PL and distribution warehouses concerning the FDA’s renewal and registration process.  

Do all food distributors have to register or renew with the FDA? 

All company owners, operators, or agents in charge of a domestic or foreign facility engaged in the manufacture/processing, packing, distribution, or holding of food for human or animal consumption in the United States consumer market are required to register with the FDA.  

Why is FDA registration required for the food industry? 

In 2002 the U.S. adopted the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness Act of 2002, later amending it with the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FMSA) of 2011. The act requires food distributors to register every other year to ensure that the FDA can properly monitor the safety of food and beverage distribution and consumption by both humans and animals. Registration information allows the FDA to identify potential product safety hazards whether food products are produced, warehoused, or sold in America or imported by other countries.  

Potential hazards include: 

  • Chemical 
  • Infestation 
  • Physical  
  • Microbiological  
  • Allergens 

Domestic company exports and/or foreign imports will be denied by the U.S. Customs Department if any non-exempt food distributors or 3PLs fail to register with the FDA by December 31, 2022. 

Forklift moving kegs

Is there a fee for FDA registration or renewal? 

It is free for U.S. food distributors or other applicable facilities. All foreign food distribution companies must have a representing United States FDA third-party agent. Fees for agent services will differ in size, however, they usually include a free certificate of approved FDA registration for the company.  

What food distributor data does the FDA require? 

In late August 2022, the FDA announced that all entities that are distributing food products for animal and human food consumption in the U.S. must renew or register, including distribution centers, producers, 3PLs, and processors are required to furnish a Unique Facility Identifier (UFI). It’s important to note that the identifier the FDA will only accept is the Data Universal Numbering System or DUNS number which is set and managed by Dun & Bradstreet. All food distribution centers must be sure that their contact information matches EXACTLY what is on file with D&B. If discrepancies occur in either name or number then the renewal or registration as a food company will be abandoned and withdrawn from circulation. To file or find your food distributor number, go to D&B’s Import Safety Lookup Portal.  

How does a food distributor register or renew with the FDA?  

FDA food facility registrations must be completed online through the agency’s portal, since the FDA updated its requirements. You must do this using your existing account with FIS (FDA Industry System). 

Where can I learn more about how FDA renewal pertains to a food distributor? 

The FDA website is your best source for information on renewal and registration for food facilities. They even have an online portal.  

How does Cadre Technologies work with supply chain food distributors and 3PLs? 

Cadre’s Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) software is designed for any company distributing food products and 3PL companies, among other industries.  

Our customers range from very small 3PLs and distributors with only a handful of workers; to large, multi-facility enterprises, spread across several warehouses and geographic regions. 

Each company has a different set of requirements, objectives, and operational models. Virtually every product vertical market is represented in Cadre’s customer base. We accommodate a broad spectrum of products. 

Since supply chain food distributors must fast-track products through their warehouse or 3PL, Cadre’s Food and Beverage WMS provides detailed information and tracking through our state-of-the-art-system, including: 

  • Expiration dates 
  • Lot numbers 
  • Environmental conditions 
  • Rotation of stock 
  • Inbound and outbound shipments 
  • Product recall capabilities

Cadre also offers excellent reporting tools to meet FDA, state, or local governing bodies. Multiple picking methods are also available so that all products are selected and shipped using the most efficient path, increasing productivity and profitability. 

Food distribution facilities like 3PLs, general warehouses, and manufacturers alike can take advantage of our support excellence and years of experience to provide the best service to your supply chain clients. To learn more, contact us today! 

November 1, 2022/by Cadre
https://www.cadretech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/FDA-Blog.png 457 675 Cadre https://cadretech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/logo-cadre.png Cadre2022-11-01 00:13:372023-09-14 16:42:12Food & Beverage Distributors Must Renew with FDA by End of 2022
You might also like
KPI Dashboard image and woman's faceKPI Dashboard: 16 Tested Metrics
Image of a warehouseGuide to Order Picking in Warehouse Operations
Cycle Counting Best PracticesCycle Counting in Warehousing: Intro and Best Practices
order packingHow to Improve Your Warehouse Order Packing Process
Kitting as a value added sreviceKitting as a Value-Added Service for 3PLs and Warehouse Managers
Inventory Management - warehouse shelves and man with clipboardA Guide to Warehouse Inventory Management: Best Practices and Tips for Success
warehouse logistics diagramWarehouse Management: WMS, TMS, LMS: Choosing Best-of-Class Solutions

Recent Posts

  • woman looking at the shelves with a clipboardMastering Inventory Lists: A Guide for Warehouse Managers
    September 13, 2023
  • warehouse aisle with tall storage racksGuide to Slotting in Warehouse Management
    August 10, 2023
  • warehouse worker looking at a tabletThe Comprehensive Guide to Inventory Management in eCommerce for Warehouse Operators
    August 2, 2023
  • Image310 Common WMS Implementation Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
    June 27, 2023
  • Image3RFID vs NFC: Comparing Two Warehouse Management Technologies
    June 20, 2023

Table of Contents

Subscribe to Email Updates


Success Stories

“Cadence WMS provides us real time data to allow us to monitor our daily activities in all of our warehouses. It has provided us the visibility to flex our staff across our network and also provides our clients the transparency they want into our daily operations.”

Dave Jesse, COO, Bonded Logistics, Charlotte, NC

“We’ve used Cadre products for quite some time now. Their willingness to work with us to customize and connect to other systems and provide seamless solutions for our customers through their online tools has been invaluable. Logiview has been a cornerstone of our logistics platform for many years.
”

ArcBest, Director, Supply Chain Solutions, ABF Logistics, An ArcBest CompanyFort Smith, AR

“Cadre’s software allows us to meet the changing requirements of our warehouse clients and helps us remain competitive with new opportunities. The people are great to work with because they are responsive and understand our business.”

Paul Delp, President, Lansdale Warehouse Company, Lansdale, PA
More testimonials

Recent Articles

woman looking at the shelves with a clipboard

Mastering Inventory Lists: A Guide for Warehouse Managers

Blog
In the fast-paced world of warehouse management, keeping track of inventory can be a daunting task. An efficient inventory list is not just a record of products; it's the backbone of your operations, the key to customer satisfaction, and…
September 13, 2023
https://www.cadretech.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/image.jpeg 667 1000 Cadre https://cadretech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/logo-cadre.png Cadre2023-09-13 13:58:152023-09-18 14:40:59Mastering Inventory Lists: A Guide for Warehouse Managers
warehouse aisle with tall storage racks

Guide to Slotting in Warehouse Management

Blog
Effective warehouse management is a cornerstone of successful fulfillment operations, and a critical part of this for many businesses is warehouse slotting. As a warehouse professional, mastering your warehouse slotting strategy can drastically…
August 10, 2023
https://www.cadretech.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/slotting-1.jpg 416 624 Cadre https://cadretech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/logo-cadre.png Cadre2023-08-10 12:46:522023-09-04 13:24:12Guide to Slotting in Warehouse Management
warehouse worker looking at a tablet

The Comprehensive Guide to Inventory Management in eCommerce for Warehouse Operators

Blog
E-commerce has transformed the retail landscape, bringing new challenges and opportunities for warehouse operators. Efficient inventory management is essential to meet the increasing demands of online shoppers. In this comprehensive guide,…
August 2, 2023
https://www.cadretech.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Picture1.jpg 351 624 Cadre https://cadretech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/logo-cadre.png Cadre2023-08-02 10:35:102023-09-13 14:02:28The Comprehensive Guide to Inventory Management in eCommerce for Warehouse Operators
More Articles

Denver Office
7900 East Union Avenue
Suite 1007
Denver, CO 80237
303-217-7030

Lenexa Office
8371 Melrose Drive
Lenexa, KS 66214
913-492-5700

Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Follow Us on Linkedin
  • Solutions
  • By Job Role
  • Company
  • Industries
  • Resources
  • Careers
  • Products
  • Services
  • Partners

Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy | Terms and Conditions |© 2023 Cadre Technologies. All rights reserved.

How to Improve Your Warehouse Order Packing Processorder packingKitting as a value added sreviceKitting as a Value-Added Service for 3PLs and Warehouse Managers Scroll to top