In the United States, all domestic and foreign facilities involved in the production, processing, or packaging of food intended for human or animal consumption must register with the FDA and obtain an FDA Certificate. The certification process results in the issuance of an FDA Certificate or FDA Certification. The Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002, also known as the Bioterrorism Act, designates the FDA as the sole regulatory agency for food in the United States.
This law is aimed at protecting the public and ensuring the safety of the U.S. food market against terrorist incidents. According to the Bioterrorism Act, as of October 16, 2003, an FDA Certificate is required for all food, beverages, and drugs shipped to the United States. In other words, foreign companies supplying food, medical devices, and drugs to U.S. consumers must obtain an FDA Certificate. Additionally, this certificate can be used as a trust certificate and a marketing tool. Consumers aware of this certification may have extra confidence in a company possessing it, enhancing both the company's credibility and customer trust.