FDA 483 - MARS Petcare US , Inc. - April 25, 2024

An FDA inspection of MARS Petcare US, Inc. in Sparks, NV, a pet food manufacturer, revealed a significant food safety concern regarding inadequate supplier verification. The firm failed to ensure its supplier of a bulk liquid ingredient adequately controlled Salmonella, a known hazard, in material used for dog food. This lapse indicates a failure in implementing appropriate preventive controls for identified hazards.