FDA WARNING_LETTER - MnM Spices Corporation - February 22, 2021

On February 19-22, 2021, the FDA conducted an FSVP inspection of MnM Spices Corporation, following a previous inspection on August 20 and 23, 2018. The inspections aimed to assess compliance with Section 805 of the FD&C Act and 21 CFR Part 1 Subpart L, which mandate risk-based activities for importers to verify food safety standards.

The FDA found MnM Spices Corporation non-compliant, specifically for not developing an FSVP for imported products including Steam Rice (Plain), Dates, and Pine Nuts (Shelled) from foreign supplier (b)(4). This violation was noted in both inspections via Form FDA 483a. The firm's February 23, 2021, email response, stating an intent to obtain FSVPs within 1-2 years, was deemed inadequate due to a lack of specific corrective actions or progress since the 2018 inspection.

The primary violation cited is the failure to develop, maintain, and follow an FSVP, as required by 21 CFR 1.502(a). The FDA emphasizes the firm's responsibility for overall compliance. Failure to adequately address these violations may result in regulatory action, including refusal of admission for imported food products under Section 801(a)(3) of the FD&C Act, and potential detention without physical