Private Label Pitfalls: Customs and FDA Risks You Didn’t See Coming

Cross Border Compliance with Attorney Benjamin L. England · Nov 10, 2025 · 19m

Episode Summary

In this episode of FDA Imports: Cross Border Compliance, attorney Benjamin L. England, founder of FDAImports.com and former FDA regulatory counsel, unpacks the complex world of private labeling and contract manufacturing. England explains how private label arrangements work in FDA-regulated industries, who holds responsibility at the border, and the hidden compliance risks brand owners often overlook. From contract structures to regulatory oversight, he provides a roadmap for U.S. brands sourcing overseas and highlights the pitfalls that can trigger costly FDA and Customs…