MODA FOOD LLC – FDA Warning Letter, Mar 18, 2026

Moda Food LLC, located in Woodland Park, New Jersey, received an FDA warning letter following an inspection conducted from March 13 to 18, 2026. This inspection, along with several prior visits dating back to 2022, identified significant failures to comply with the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) requirements under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. These regulations require importers to perform risk-based activities to ensure that food brought into the United States meets domestic safety standards. The FDA found that the company failed to develop and maintain FSVPs for various products, including Phyllo, Baklava, and Tahini Halva. While the company claimed some items were exempt as research samples, they failed to meet the legal criteria for such exemptions, such as proper labeling and documentation. Additionally, Moda Food LLC did not establish or document specific verification activities or frequencies to ensure their foreign suppliers were operating safely. The company was unable to provide required records, such as audit reports or safety certificates, to support their claims of supplier oversight. The FDA has mandated that the company provide a written response within 15 working days outlining the corrective actions taken. Failure to resolve these violations may result in the FDA refusing the admission of imported products or placing the company on a detention list for imports. The response must include documentation of new safety plans and records demonstrating their implementation.