FSMA 204 requires additional recordkeeping traceability requirements on designated foods to safeguard public health. It is a rule that monitors the entire food supply chain for food produced and designated for US consumption , mandates Traceability Lot Codes from harvest to table and aligns with industry best practices.
Starting from January 20, 2026, FDA will require these additional recordkeeping requirements for all designated seafood (Food Traceability List) to protect public health. Agritrack is here to help! Please contact us to find out if your seafood is in the FDA designated list.
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Critical Tracking Events and their Key Data Elements are communicated using GS1 data sharing standard, Electronic Product Code Information Services (EPCIS), enabling Agritrack to speak a standardized “language” with other providers, bridging the gap across the complex seafood value chain
FSMA, or the Food Safety Modernization Act, is crucial for ensuring the safety and integrity of the food supply chain. It focuses on prevention, transparency, and accountability in food production processes, ultimately safeguarding public health.
The FDA’s Food Traceability List (FTL) includes specific categories of seafood, such as finfish (e.g., tuna, cod, salmon), crustaceans (e.g., shrimp, crab, lobster), and mollusks (e.g., oysters, clams, mussels). These categories are subject to enhanced traceability requirements under FSMA to better protect consumers from foodborne illnesses and facilitate rapid response to food safety issues.
FSMA benefits consumers by promoting food safety through preventive measures, such as preventive controls and enhanced traceability. By ensuring that food producers prioritize safety and transparency, FSMA helps consumers make informed choices about the food they eat, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses and enhancing overall confidence in the food supply.
Some key requirements of FSMA for seafood producers include establishing and maintaining records to track the source and movement of food products.
Seafood producers can ensure compliance with FSMA by implementing food safety management systems, conducting regular risk assessments and preventive controls, maintaining accurate records of food production and distribution, and staying informed about updates to FSMA regulations and guidelines.
Agritrack stands out as the ideal solution for FSMA compliance for several reasons. Our platform is specifically designed to streamline the complex process of adhering to FSMA regulations, offering tailored traceability plans and comprehensive traceability event tracking. Agritrack’s platform is one of the first traceability platforms to fully comply with the Global Seafood Traceability Standard (GDST) which align with FSMA 204 requirements. This ensures that seafood producers not only meet but exceed regulatory standards with ease. Moreover, Agritrack’s user-friendly interface and robust features make it the preferred choice for seafood producers looking to enhance food safety, maintain regulatory compliance, and safeguard public health.
With Agritrack, you can trust that your seafood products are in good hands.
