Why This Matters
Launching a food or supplement brand in the U.S. means navigating strict FDA, USDA, and state-level regulations. Missteps in labeling, safety, or facility registration can lead to costly delays, recalls, or even shutdowns.
At USQC, we make compliance simple, structured, and startup-friendly.
Our Process Roadmap
We break compliance into 7 clear phases:
1. Business Setup & Licensing
NY State Food Processing License
Local health permits
2. FDA Registration & Import Compliance
FDA Facility Registration
Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP)
Customs Prior Notice
3. Product & Ingredient Compliance
GRAS/DSHEA review
NDI notification (if needed)
Additives & color approvals
4. Food Safety & GMP Systems
FSMA-compliant Food Safety Plan (HARPC)
SOPs & staff training
5. Labeling & Claims Compliance
FDA-compliant Nutrition & Supplement Facts
Claims review for FDA/FTC
6. Quality & Inspection Readiness
Lot coding & traceability
Recall plan
Mock FDA inspection
7. Market Launch & Ongoing Support
Distribution compliance (retail & e-commerce)
Post-market monitoring
Annual FDA registration renewal
What You Get
✔ FDA Facility Registration Certificate
✔ Food Safety & GMP Manuals
✔ Compliant Label Templates
✔ Supplier Qualification Program
✔ Inspection Readiness Audit
✔ Post-Market Monitoring Support
Timeline & Costs
- Typical launch: 4–6 months
- Consulting fees: Starting from $18,000 (phased approach)
- Flexible retainers available for ongoing compliance
Why Choose USQC
- Certified experts in FDA, ISO, and global compliance.
- Proven experience guiding start-ups & scale-ups.
- End-to-end service from licensing to launch.