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FDA to harmonize importer TIN and product registration numbers


FDA to harmonize importer TIN and product registration numbers

January 19, 2021 at 9:13 AM

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) says plans are afoot to map FDA registration numbers with importer Tax Identification Numbers (TIN) under the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS).

The move, the Authority explains, would not only prevent unapproved importers from using registration numbers of others to transact business as has been detected over the years, but will ultimately improve systemic efficiency.

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