FDA Registration for Cheese Products
Cheese manufacturers must register food facilities with FDA. Imported cheese products also require prior notice. FDA food facility registration is required for all domestic and foreign cheese products manufacturers selling in the United States.
FSMA CompliantBiennial RenewalForeign Facilities WelcomeSince 2009
FDA Requirements for Cheese Products
Cheese manufacturers must comply with FDA standards of identity under 21 CFR Parts 131–133.
- FDA Food Facility Registration — biennial renewal required
- US FDA Agent — mandatory for all foreign food facilities
- DUNS / UFI Number — required for all FDA food registrations
- FSMA compliance — Preventive Controls or Produce Safety rule
- Biennial renewal October 1–December 31 of even-numbered years
Sample list of Cheese products require FDA facility registration
- American Cheese
- Cheddar Cheese
- Cheese
- Cheese Slices
- Cheese Snacks
- Cottage Cheese
- Cottage Cheese Flavored
- Cream Cheese
- Curd
- Flavored Cheese
- Hard Cheese
- Milk Swiss Cheese
- Pasteurized Process Cheese
- Reduced Fat Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Semi-Soft Cheese
- Soft Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Spread Cheese
- Swiss Cheese
- Whole Milk Cheese
- Other Cheeses and Cheese Products
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cheese products FDA registration.
Do cheese manufacturers need FDA registration?
Yes. All cheese facilities for the US market must register with FDA.
Are there special requirements for imported cheese?
Imported cheese must comply with FDA standards, labeling requirements, and prior notice requirements.
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