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FDA Says VQIP Application Portal Open for FY 2022

The FDA’s portal for Voluntary Qualified Importer Program applications for fiscal year 2022 will open Jan. 1, 2021, it said Dec. 23. “VQIP is a voluntary fee-based program that provides importers, who achieve and maintain control over the safety and…

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security of their supply chains, the benefits of expedited review and importation of human and animal foods into the United States,” FDA said. “If you are an importer interested in applying for VQIP benefits during FY2022, the portal will be open through May 31, 2021.” FDA approved three importers for participation in VQIP in FY 2021 (see 2011300052).