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FDA Registration for Low-Acid Canned Foods (LACF)

Low-acid canned food (LACF) manufacturers must register with FDA and complete FCE/SID registration under 21 CFR Part 113. FDA food facility registration is required for all domestic and foreign low-acid canned foods (lacf) manufacturers selling in the United States.

FSMA CompliantBiennial RenewalForeign Facilities WelcomeSince 2009

FDA Requirements for Low-Acid Canned Foods (LACF)

LACF manufacturers must comply with 21 CFR Part 113 and complete FCE/SID registration with FDA in addition to food facility registration.

Manufacturers must also complete an FCE/SID registration with FDA in addition to standard food facility registration.

  • 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

Certificate of FDA Registration – low-acid canned food

LMG assist foreign and domestic food facilities to register with FDA, we also provide US FDA Agent service to foreign food facilities. Please complete our online form to register your food facility with FDA.

Proof of FDA Registration

LMG issue free FDA registration certificate after successfully completing your food facility registration with FDA. You can use this as a proof of FDA registration to the industry, also you can verify certificate validity on our website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Low-acid canned food (LACF) FDA registration.
A LACF is any thermally processed food in a hermetically sealed container with pH greater than 4.6 and water activity above 0.85.
Yes. In addition to food facility registration, LACF manufacturers must file an FCE and Scheduled Process with FDA.

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LMG handles FDA food facility registration, US FDA Agent service, and FSMA compliance for low-acid canned foods (lacf) manufacturers worldwide.

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