Vitamins do not clear on vibes
Imported dietary supplements must be declared to CBP and may be reviewed by FDA. Ingredients, dosage form, label claims, manufacturer data, quantity, origin, and value all matter.
The four-step journey
A short guide to supplement descriptions, ingredients, claims, FDA data, customs classification, value, and origin.
- Formula and label are captured
- Customs and FDA records are prepared
- Agencies screen the shipment
- Release or follow-up occurs
What the broker checks
- Complete ingredient and dosage information
- Claims and labeling
- Manufacturer, value, quantity, and origin
Why it matters
The fastest entry starts with a product record that is richer than the invoice line “vitamins.”
- Admissibility: Whether a product may enter under the rules enforced at import.
Official sources
- FDA — Import Basics
- USITC — Harmonized Tariff Schedule