FSMA Section 204 is the FDA Food Traceability rule (21 CFR Part 1, Subpart S) requiring enhanced traceability records for foods on the FDA Food Traceability List, with enforcement beginning January 20, 2026.
Definition
FSMA Section 204 is the FDA Food Traceability rule (21 CFR Part 1, Subpart S) requiring enhanced traceability records for foods on the FDA Food Traceability List, with enforcement beginning January 20, 2026.
Detailed Explanation
FSMA Section 204 affects pallets carrying foods on the Traceability List (leafy greens, cucumbers, herbs, melons, peppers, sprouts, tomatoes, tropical tree fruits, fresh-cut, soft cheeses, finfish, crustaceans, ready-to-eat foods). Pallets need GS1 SSCC barcoding for unit-load identity.
Authoritative Sources
- FDA FSMA Section 204
- FDA Food Traceability List
- GS1 SSCC
- 21 CFR Part 1 Subpart S
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Can national customers run a buyback program alongside their pallet purchases?
Yes. Backhaul logistics are coordinated on outbound delivery routes - empty or non-spec pallets get picked up on the return leg of new pallet deliveries. Per-pallet freight cost on the backhaul approaches zero for accounts running both new-pallet purchase + buyback simultaneously.
How does United States Pallets compare to United States-based local pallet suppliers?
Local United States suppliers offer geographic proximity. United States Pallets offers nationwide sourcing depth, multi-grade inventory always in stock, sub-2-business-hour quote response, audit-ready documentation, and standing-order automation that local yards typically don't match.
Can United States Pallets handle What Is FSMA Section 204? for high-volume national operations?
Yes. Standing-order programs for national operations running 500+ pallets/week lock in tiered pricing, reserve delivery slots, and run on autopilot in the background. Custom contract terms available for accounts running 2,000+/week.
Does United States Pallets supply What Is FSMA Section 204? for export from national?
Yes, with ISPM-15 heat-treated pallets carrying IPPC stamps and full ISPM-15 documentation. Required for international shipments to all WTO member countries. Common for national customers with port access via United States's major export gateways.
What credit terms does United States Pallets offer national customers?
Net-30 credit terms standard after the first 1-3 prepaid or COD loads while credit is being established. Submit a credit application with three trade references; approval typically processes within 48 hours. Volume accounts can negotiate net-45 or net-60.
