FDA 483 - Primal Pet Foods Inc. - October 11, 2022

Primal Pet Foods Inc., a manufacturer of raw frozen and freeze-dried pet foods, received a Form 483 citing significant deficiencies in its food safety plan and manufacturing practices. The inspection revealed repeat observations regarding inadequate preventive controls for pathogens and nutrient hazards, as well as failures in supplier approval and verification. The firm also exhibited poor corrective actions, unsanitary equipment maintenance, and insufficient record-keeping, all contributing to potential contamination risks in its pet food products.