FDA 483 - Elwood International, Inc. - March 10, 2025

Elwood International, Inc. received a Form 483 citing numerous significant deficiencies across its ready-to-eat condiment, dressing, sauce, jelly, and syrup production. Repeated observations included failures in sanitation, allergen control, environmental monitoring, and process controls, leading to widespread Listeria contamination and undeclared allergens. The inspection also revealed severe pest infestations, poor facility maintenance, and inadequate record-keeping, indicating a systemic lack of control over food safety hazards.