FDA 483 - 5000 Years Foods, Inc. - August 17, 2022

The FDA inspection of 5000 Years Foods, Inc. in Chicago, IL, revealed critical failures in sanitation, allergen control, and hazard analysis for their ready-to-eat kimchi products. The firm did not properly implement sanitation preventive controls, leading to Listeria contamination on surfaces and in finished products. Additionally, inadequate procedures for allergen cross-contact, a missing hazard analysis for refrigerated storage, and a deficient recall plan were identified, indicating significant food safety risks.