Violation Code: 170
FDA Violation
Charge Code: CONTAM CAN
Violation Details
- Violation Code (ASC ID)
- 170
- Charge Code
- CONTAM CAN
- Description
- The article appears to be held in a container containing a poisonous or deleterious substance which may render it injurious to health.
- Legal Section
- 402(a)(1), 801(a)(3); ADULTERATION
Most Affected Firms
| # | Firm Name | Location | Cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shanghai Jinjianer Imp & Exp Co Ltd | Shanghai, CHINA | 6 |
| 2 | Jixi Dongfu Cereals, Oils & Foodstuffs Co.,Ltd. | JIXI, CHINA | 4 |
| 3 | Hortalizas Madelos, S.A. De C.V. | Rodolfo Sanchez T. (Maneadero), MEXICO | 1 |
| 4 | Martinez Exports S.A. (growing field) | La Vega, DOMINICAN | 1 |
| 5 | ANDROS SNC | Biars Sur Cere, FRANCE | 1 |
| 6 | Tereos Starch & Sweeteners Europe | Mesnil-saint-nicaise, FRANCE | 1 |
| 7 | New Kwong Ming Ltd. | Hong Kong, HONG KONG | 1 |
| 8 | Zhuhai Camay Food Co., Ltd | Zhuhai City, CHINA | 1 |
| 9 | Ushodaya Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., (Foods Division), Poranki. | Poranki, INDIA | 1 |
| 10 | AGRICOLA SANTA MAGDALENA LIMITADA | Melipilla, CHILE | 1 |
| 11 | Caramanfruit Rhone Alpes SAS | Anneyron, FRANCE | 1 |
| 12 | Arci Comercial SRL | La Vega, DOMINICAN | 1 |
| 13 | R & F EXPORT IMPORT | La Vega, DOMINICAN | 1 |
| 14 | JAIME PEREZ | Villanueva, MEXICO | 1 |
| 15 | Spode Limited | Stoke-On-Trent, UNITED KIN | 1 |
| 16 | GUANGZHOU YONG WANT FOODS LTD | Guangzhou, CHINA | 1 |
| 17 | Inci Bulgur | Antalya, TURKEY | 1 |
Recent Import Refusals
| Date | Product | Firm |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4/2021 | NECTARINE (PIT FRUIT) 21GFC07 | |
| 11/14/2016 | PEPPER, HOT, N.E.C. (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE) 24FGC08 | JAIME PEREZMEXICO |
| 3/11/2015 | CHOCOLATE AND COCOA, N.E.C. 34BGT99 | |
| 8/21/2013 | LONGBEANS 24AFC85 | Arci Comercial SRLDOMINICAN |
| 11/21/2012 | GLUTEN, WHEAT 02F08 | |
| 1/30/2012 | RASPBERRIES, RED (BERRY PUREES) 20FEO13 | |
| 4/10/2009 | BAKED SNACK FOOD, N.E.C. 07AGT99 | |
| 4/2/2009 | CAKE DOUGH OR BATTER WITHOUT CUSTARD OR CREAM FILLING 03TGT01 | New Kwong Ming Ltd.HONG KONG |
| 10/1/2007 | SOYBEANS, SOYBEAN MEAL GROUND GRAINS ANIMAL 70AY09 | |
| 10/1/2007 | SOYBEANS, SOYBEAN MEAL GROUND GRAINS ANIMAL 70AY09 | |
| 9/14/2007 | SOYBEAN MEAL 71LYY07 | |
| 9/14/2007 | SOYBEAN MEAL 71LYY07 | |
| 8/29/2007 | GLUTEN, WHEAT 02FFT08 | |
| 8/29/2007 | GLUTEN, WHEAT 02FFT08 | |
| 8/29/2007 | GLUTEN, WHEAT 02FFT08 |
Related Violations
Other violations under the same legal section: 402(a)(1), 801(a)(3); ADULTERATION
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FDA violation code 170?
170 is an FDA violation code that indicates: "The article appears to be held in a container containing a poisonous or deleterious substance which may render it injurious to health.". This violation is based on 402(a)(1), 801(a)(3); ADULTERATION of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
How many import refusals have been issued for violation 170?
According to FDA Import Refusal data, there have been 25 import refusals issued for violation code 170, affecting 17 unique firms.
When was the most recent refusal for violation 170?
The most recent import refusal for violation 170 was on March 4, 2021.
What products are commonly refused for violation 170?
Products commonly refused under violation 170 include: NECTARINE (PIT FRUIT), PEPPER, HOT, N.E.C. (FRUIT USED AS VEGETABLE), CHOCOLATE AND COCOA, N.E.C., LONGBEANS, GLUTEN, WHEAT. These products were refused entry because they did not meet FDA requirements.
What is the legal basis for FDA violation code 170?
Violation code 170 is based on 402(a)(1), 801(a)(3); ADULTERATION of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). This section of the law establishes requirements that imported products must meet to be allowed entry into the United States.
Data sourced from the FDA Data Dashboard, a public database maintained by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.