FDA WARNING_LETTER - Diamond Distributions LLC - May 18, 2026

Diamond Distributions LLC, based in Irwindale, California, received a formal warning letter from the FDA following an inspection on May 18, 2026. The inspection revealed that the company is in significant violation of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) requirements established under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Specifically, the company failed to develop, maintain, and follow a required safety verification program for the food products it imports into the United States. The primary issue identified was the total absence of an FSVP for any of its imported items, which include various chocolate products such as "Dessert Au Chocolate" and specialty chocolate bars. Under federal regulations, importers are responsible for performing risk-based activities to ensure that foreign suppliers produce food in a manner that meets U.S. food safety standards. By failing to implement these programs, Diamond Distributions LLC has not provided the necessary oversight to ensure the safety of its imported inventory. The FDA has mandated that the company provide a written response within 15 working days of receiving the letter. This response must include specific documentation showing that the company has corrected these violations, such as copies of newly established FSVPs and evidence of their implementation. Failure to address these concerns may lead to further regulatory action, including the potential refusal of entry for the company"s products at the U.S. border or placing imported goods on a detention list.