FDA WARNING_LETTER - Anna's Pies, LLC - January 11, 2018

On March 9, 2018, the FDA issued a Warning Letter to Anna's Pies, LLC, following an inspection from January 9-11, 2018, at their bakery in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The inspection revealed serious violations of Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) regulations (21 CFR Part 110), rendering their food products adulterated under 21 USC 342(a)(4).

Key violations included: 1. **Pest Control (21 CFR 110.35(c)):** Extensive rodent and cockroach excreta and live/dead pests were found throughout processing areas and on/near equipment and food items. 2. **Pest Exclusion (21 CFR 110.20(b)(7)):** Gaps and holes in walls and doors allowed pest entry. 3. **Pest Harborage (21 CFR 110.20(a)(1)):** Accumulations of litter, waste, and miscellaneous items outside the facility created pest attractants. 4. **Equipment Operation (21 CFR 110.20(b)(6)):** A dusty fan was used to cool exposed ready-to-eat (RTE) pies and cakes, risking contamination. 5. **Utensil Design (21 CFR 110.40(a)):** A fiber