FDA 483 - Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc - February 19, 2019

An inspection of Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc. in Topeka, KS, revealed a critical failure in implementing preventive controls for chemical hazards. The firm did not test high-risk raw ingredients as required by its food safety plan, leading to the use of a vitamin premix with toxic levels of vitamin D3 in pet food products. This serious lapse resulted in a product recall, numerous consumer complaints, and reported pet deaths.