FDA Registration for Beverage Bases
Beverage bases and concentrates used in soft drinks and other beverages require FDA food facility registration. FDA food facility registration is required for all domestic and foreign beverage bases manufacturers selling in the United States.
FSMA CompliantBiennial RenewalForeign Facilities WelcomeSince 2009
FDA Requirements for Beverage Bases
Beverage base manufacturers must register their food facilities with FDA. Imported beverage bases require prior notice before shipment.
- 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
Examples of Products require FDA food registration.
- Apple Juice Concentrate
- Cherry Juice Concentrate
- Cranberry Juice Concentrate
- Instant Coffee Substitute
- Orange Juice Concentrate
- Organic Spiced Tea
- Processed Fruit — Apple
- Processed Fruit — Grape
- Processed Fruit — Mango
- Processed Fruit — Orange
- Processed Fruit — Pineapple
- Processed Fruit — Strawberry
- Processed Fruit — Watermelon
- Spiced Black Tea
- Spiced Green Tea
- Spiced Herbal Tea
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about FDA beverage base registration requirements.
Do beverage base manufacturers need FDA registration?
Yes. Facilities manufacturing beverage bases for the US market must register with FDA.
Is a US FDA Agent required?
Yes, if the facility is outside the United States.
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