FDA Inspection 999630 — Merrick Pet Care, Inc.

Merrick Pet Care, Inc. — FEI 3004211953

The FDA completed an inspection of Merrick Pet Care, Inc. on November 18, 2016 in Hereford, TX. The inspection was classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated — objectionable conditions were found but do not meet the threshold for regulatory action). 3 citations were issued during this inspection. Product area: Food/Cosmetics.

Inspection Details

Classification
Voluntary Action Indicated (VAI) (VAI)
End Date
November 18, 2016
Fiscal Year
2017
Product Type
Food/Cosmetics
Project Area
Foodborne Biological Hazards
Location
Hereford, TX (United States)

Citations

IDCFRDescription
1630721 CFR 113.40(a)(8)Still steam retorts: Bleeder not wide open during process
171621 CFR 113.40(a)(11)Water valves, leakage
377321 CFR 113.40(a)(7)Number and size of steam spreader perforations (S)