FDA EIR - Hawkins, Inc. - October 18, 2019

Hawkins, Inc., a Minneapolis-based manufacturer of food additives and food contact surface chemicals, underwent an FDA inspection on October 18, 2019. This inspection was conducted under the Preventative Controls for Human Food Good Manufacturing Practices (PAC code 03014) framework, aligning with the FY20 HAF West 1 work plan. Significantly, the inspection concluded without the issuance of an FDA Form 483 (Inspectional Observations), indicating no major violations or issues were identified during the visit. No samples were collected, and no inspectional refusals occurred. The report noted the firm's operations in manufacturing chemical food additives and food contact surface cleaners, with an emphasis on robust quality management, employee training, and established procedures for product testing and traceability. The company maintains an official complaint file and conducts effective mock recalls at least annually. Following this favorable outcome, no specific regulatory actions were required from Hawkins, Inc. by the FDA.