What is FSMA 204 compliance?
FSMA 204, also called the FDA Food Traceability Rule, requires food companies to track and report key data elements (KDEs) at critical tracking events (CTEs) like receiving, transforming, and shipping. It ensures food safety and faster recalls.
Who needs to comply with FSMA 204?
Any business in the U.S. that manufactures, processes, packs, or holds foods on the FDA Food Traceability List (FTL) must comply. This includes cheese producers, seafood processors, leafy greens growers, and other small and mid-sized businesses.
What records are required for FSMA 204 compliance?
Businesses must document and store KDEs electronically for each CTE, such as growing, receiving, transforming, and shipping. These records must be available to the FDA within 24 hours upon request.
How can small businesses with less than 20 employees comply?
Smaller companies can adopt affordable ERP solutions like Odoo to capture data automatically, generate audit-ready reports, and simplify compliance without needing a large IT department.
When is the FSMA 204 compliance Food traceability software deadline?
The FDA compliance deadline is January 20, 2026 (proposed to move to July 20, 2028). Businesses should begin preparing now to avoid costly penalties and rushed last-minute changes.
How does VAMS Technologies help?
We provide FSMA 204 compliance solutions using Odoo ERP, helping businesses automate traceability, meet FDA reporting requirements, and stay compliant at an affordable monthly retainer cost.