Navigating FSMA’s New Traceability Requirements with AMI’s Compliance Solutions
Understanding FSMA’s New Traceability Rule and Its Impact on Your Business
The FDA’s new FSMA Final Rule on Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods introduces a transformative approach to food safety compliance. As part of the FDA’s New Era of Smarter Food Safety Blueprint, the rule aims to reduce foodborne illnesses by enabling faster identification and removal of potentially contaminated foods. This rule affects businesses involved in manufacturing, processing, packing, or holding items on the Food Traceability List (FTL).
Under this rule, companies must document specific Critical Tracking Events (CTEs) and Key Data Elements (KDEs), ensuring records are accessible within 24 hours for FDA inquiries. AMI stands ready to assist companies in adapting to these new requirements by implementing efficient tracking solutions to meet compliance seamlessly.
Does the FSMA Traceability Rule Apply to Your Business?
The FSMA rule impacts a broad spectrum of food-related businesses, both domestic and international, that manage products on the FTL. Whether involved in harvesting, processing, shipping, or distribution, if your business handles FTL-listed foods, it likely falls under this rule’s requirements—even if operating outside the U.S.
Managing Critical Tracking Events and Key Data Elements
To meet the FSMA traceability requirements, businesses must document CTEs and capture KDEs—such as lot codes, source, and destination details—at every stage in the food supply chain. These records enable efficient tracking and quick response in the event of a recall or safety concern.
AMI provides solutions designed to manage and store essential data points with ease. Our systems streamline the traceability process and allow you to meet FDA standards while keeping accurate records for your supply chain events, minimizing the complexity of compliance.
Developing a Compliant Traceability Plan
A critical component of the FSMA rule is developing a traceability plan. This plan should detail recordkeeping procedures, identify FTL-listed products, and establish protocols for assigning traceability lot codes. For farms, maps indicating growing areas are also required to maintain location-specific records.
AMI’s team helps you develop a tailored traceability plan that complies with FDA standards and integrates seamlessly into your operations. With our guidance, your business will be fully prepared to respond to regulatory requests and uphold the highest standards of traceability.
Enhanced Product Traceability with Automated Track and Trace
In an interconnected world, tracking and tracing products is essential for ensuring compliance and quality. AMI’s track-and-trace solution automates product identification, meets SQF traceability standards, and enables seamless data collection, from scrap materials to catch-weight items. This automation reduces labeling errors, increases accountability, and allows plants to go paperless, adding both efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Start Now to Meet FSMA’s 2026 Deadline with AMI’s Support
The compliance deadline is set for January 20, 2026, and early preparation is essential. AMI’s solutions are designed to make marking and coding compliance straightforward, offering everything from initial assessments to ongoing support. By partnering with AMI, you gain access to the tools and expertise needed to meet FSMA traceability requirements confidently and efficiently.
Experience the difference that optimized, efficient printing solutions for logistics can make. Contact AMI today for a free consultation and see how our cutting-edge marking and coding technology can transform your supply chain operations.