FDA Registration for Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Non-alcoholic beverage manufacturers (soft drinks, juices, energy drinks, water) must register food facilities with FDA. FDA food facility registration is required for all domestic and foreign non-alcoholic beverages manufacturers selling in the United States.

FSMA CompliantBiennial RenewalForeign Facilities WelcomeSince 2009

FDA Requirements for Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Beverage manufacturers must comply with FDA ingredient approvals and labeling requirements.

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 non-alcoholic beverages require FDA food registration.

Juices: fruit and vegetable juices, freshly squeezed or store-bought.
Soft drinks: carbonated beverages such as soda, cola, lemon-lime, and root beer.
Tea: black tea, green tea, herbal tea, iced tea, and specialty teas like chai and matcha.
Coffee: brewed coffee, iced coffee, and specialty coffee drinks like cappuccino, latte, and mocha.
Milk and dairy alternatives: cow’s milk, almond milk, soy milk, and other plant-based milk alternatives.
Smoothies: blended mixtures of fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients like yogurt, protein powder, and nut butter.
Sports drinks: electrolyte-rich beverages designed to replenish fluids lost during exercise.
Energy drinks: caffeinated beverages designed to provide a quick burst of energy.
Mocktails: non-alcoholic versions of classic cocktails, often made with fruit juice, soda, or sparkling water.

These are not a complete list of non-alcoholic beverages that require FDA facility registration.

Certificate of FDA Registration – Non-Alcoholic Beverages

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.