FDA EIR - Cargill Inc. - June 12, 2019

A comprehensive surveillance inspection was conducted at Cargill Inc.'s non-FDA licensed feed mill in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 12, 2019. The inspection evaluated the facility's adherence to the Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Hazard Analysis, and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Food for Animals (21 CFR Part 507), as well as specific regulations under 21 CFR 589.2000 and 2001 concerning animal feed.Cargill Inc. is a processor of soybean meal, manufacturing and distributing soybean meal, hulls, hull pellets, and soybean oil for animal feed applications. During the inspection, discussions with facility management covered critical areas such as preventive controls for animal food, sanitary transportation practices, and biosecurity measures. Inspectors also reviewed operational aspects including employee training on hygiene and food safety, maintenance of facilities, and pest control programs. It was confirmed that the facility does not use or manufacture any prohibited materials.Significantly, the inspection concluded without any noted objections or issues. As a result, a Form FDA 483, typically issued for observed violations, was not required. The facility received a "No Action Indicated" classification, signifying full compliance with the regulatory framework at the time of inspection. The only subsequent action recommended is a routine re-inspection as part of the FDA's regular oversight process.