The word “transformation” is commonly understood to mean a thorough change in form or appearance. However, for the manufacturers and processors of certain foods, it’s more than that. For them, that word both describes their work and represents new record-keeping requirements designed to enhance the traceability of the foods they produce through the global supply...
Your company already has a traceability or recall plan as part of your Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), but you are now covered by the new FDA Food Traceability Rule, FSMA 204. This rule requires that companies manufacturing, processing, packing, or holding foods on the Food Traceability List (FTL) have a plan that outlines how they...
Many in the industry consider compliance with FDA’s new Food Traceability Rule, FSMA 204, another cost their organization will incur. While getting processes and systems in place to manage compliance may require upfront spending, the benefits of supply chain traceability far outweigh the costs. In part one of our series, “Going Beyond Compliance – Getting...
Updated May 23, 2025 During a recent trip meeting with enterprise retailers, foodservice operators, and distributors, one question came up repeatedly: “How much will it cost to comply with FSMA 204?” As with most complex initiatives, the answer is: it depends. But we’ve found that the most accurate budgets account for three key factors: Your...
FSMA Rule 204 FAQ A common question we get from clients is, “What is the difference between a lot code and a traceability lot code?” When the FDA finalized its Food Traceability Rule (FSMA 204), it introduced the term “traceability lot code,” or TLC for short, which has caused confusion in the industry. Our clients...
With less than 2 years until the FDA Food Traceability Rule enforcement date, it’s crucial to start preparing now. But you don’t have to be ready to comply overnight. Our Food Traceability Rule Timeline outlines the path to compliance. DOWNLOAD
FSMA 204, Rule 204, Bioterrorism Act of 2002, Proposed FDA Traceability Rule, the Final Rule, Subpart S, Subpart J, FSMA Final Rule on Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods – seems like we need a traceability system for the names of the traceability rules. Watch our short video then read our article on...
A rule by any other name… FSMA 204, Rule 204, BT Act of 2002, Proposed FDA Traceability Rule, the Final Rule, Subpart S, Subpart J, FSMA Final Rule on Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods – seems like we need a traceability system for the names of the traceability rules. These many names...
We commonly hear feedback that the text of Rule 204 is too long to read. Read our eBook for guidance on how to read the rule in a way that makes it easier to understand. DOWNLOAD
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