ISA Produce Corporation – FDA Warning Letter, Feb 18, 2026

On March 12, 2026, the FDA issued a warning letter to ISA Produce Corporation of Mission, Texas, following an inspection on February 18, 2026, and a previous evaluation in 2022. The agency determined that the company is in violation of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) requirements under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Specifically, ISA Produce Corporation failed to develop and maintain safety verification programs for various imported foods, including fresh cilantro, cucumbers, Persian limes, husk tomatoes, and scallions. These regulations are designed to ensure that foreign food suppliers meet the same public health standards required of domestic producers. Although the company responded to initial findings by stating they would prepare documentation within a year, the FDA found this response inadequate because it lacked immediate evidence of compliance. To address these issues, the company must submit a written response within 15 working days outlining specific corrective actions and providing supporting documentation, such as copies of their newly established safety programs. Failure to take prompt action may lead the FDA to refuse the admission of their products into the United States or place imported goods on a detention list.