HONEY EXPORT
hello, I am a young entrepreneur engaged in organic beekeeping in Turkey. What mandatory documents do I need to be able to sell my products on Amazon America (FBA)? Is it enough for me to register with the FDA? I will be glad if you enlighten me. Thank you.
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Seller_4zBzdtgCyS9EI
The FDA and US customs will be your source of trustworthy information, not random sellers on a forum.
Seller_vRYrYdigj8ri2
I believe it also depends on the intent of the product. Human consumption vs. animal feed.
Seller_hZ409bHSOTHe1
most consumers are looking for locally produced honey. So you may have a very difficult time finding customers, if you are able to get it cleared through customs. Don't want to burst your bubble, but thought you needed to be forewarned. So you may want to also do some market research on weather the demand for you honey in the U.U.S. is feasible.
Seller_CF0URQS5DxG2u
Packed Honey Labeling Requirements from some random website I found. It would be best for you to reach out to the USDA and the FDA directly.
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When packaging your honey for importing, it’s important to be aware of the regulations involved with labeling those packages.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) requires the following on its honey labels to pass import inspection:
A grade, sampling or continuous inspection mark
The country of origin
Words that are legible and in English
The words “Product of,” followed by the country where the honey came from
The FDA also requires the following on all food labels:
The common name of the product (“Honey” in this case)
The net weight of the package
The ingredients (Which should be only honey, since it doesn’t require any preservatives or additives)
The country of origin
The contact information of the shipper, manufacturer, farmer, packager, or distributor
Sometimes, producers will dilute their honey with water or corn syrup, then try to sell it like it’s pure honey. They can stretch their honey supply and make more money, but this is illegal. Failing to report all of the ingredients in a package of food can have serious consequences, and you can be sure your import isn’t getting through customs. This practice is known as “honey laundering.”
It is your responsibility to ensure that your supplier’s labels are true and accurate, and that the honey you are imported is pure. Failure to label your honey shipments properly will result in their seizure and destruction. You may even face legal repercussions.
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So there's a start. Best of luck.
