FDA 483 - WCS Trading, Inc. - April 11, 2024

WCS Trading, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA, was inspected regarding its Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP). The inspection revealed a significant violation where the firm failed to conduct or obtain documentation of required onsite audits for foreign suppliers of high-risk foods, including dried chili, black fungus, and mushrooms, before importing them into the United States. This indicates a serious lapse in ensuring the safety of imported food products.