Has FDA refused shipments from GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd?

Yes. FDA refused 8 shipment lines from GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd between November 23, 2018 and January 30, 2020. The most recent, on January 30, 2020, was tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.), charged as FILTHY (filthy, putrid or decomposed substance).

Why did FDA refuse GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd's shipments?

The most frequent charge is FILTHY (filthy, putrid or decomposed substance, 8 lines).

When was GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd last inspected by FDA?

FDA's most recent inspection of GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd with a final classification is dated June 24, 2015 and was classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated).

What is GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd's FEI number?

GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd's FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) is 3004274312.

Can shipments from GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd still enter the U.S.?

Shipments of tuna from GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd can be detained without physical examination under Import Alert 16-105; FDA releases them only if evidence shows they do not have the listed violation. Importers must consider this listing in their FSVP evaluation (21 CFR 1.505).

GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd

FDA import alert and refusal historyBadalagama, Sri LankaFEI 3004274312

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As of October 26, 2026, GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd (Badalagama, Sri Lanka) is on the red list of FDA Import Alert 16-105 (Fish products: decomposition, histamine or indole) for tuna, published by FDA on October 19, 2018, is also listed on Import Alert 16-125 (green list), and has 8 FDA import refusals recorded since October 2016.

Data from FDA public records, last checked October 26, 2026. Request a correction

Current status

Import alerts: IA 16-105 · red list IA 16-125 · green list
Last import refusal: Jan 30, 2020Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.) · FILTHY
Last warning letter: None found
Last inspection: Jun 24, 2015Classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated)

Every FDA record for GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd

11 records, newest first. Each line links to the FDA page it came from.

2020

Jan 30, 2020Import refusal
Refused, Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry 316-1966056-1
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2019

Oct 11, 2019Import refusal
Refused, 2 lines in one entry: Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry D97-1186950-0Show 2 linesHide lines
- Refused, Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry D97-1186950-0Source
- Refused, Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry D97-1186950-0Source
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Sep 12, 2019Import refusal
Refused, 2 lines in one entry: Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry D97-1177908-9Show 2 linesHide lines
- Refused, Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry D97-1177908-9Source
- Refused, Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry D97-1177908-9Source
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Aug 9, 2019Import refusal
Refused, Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry D97-1163586-9
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2018

Dec 14, 2018Import refusal
Refused, Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry H67-1548244-3
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Nov 23, 2018Import refusal
Refused, Tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.)FILTHYEntry H67-1548104-9
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Oct 19, 2018Import alert listing
Listed on Import Alert 16-105red listTuna
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2015

Jun 24, 2015Inspection
Inspection classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated)Food Composition, Standards, Labeling and Econ; Foodborne Biological Hazards
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2012

Nov 19, 2012Import alert listing
Listed on Import Alert 16-125green listFresh vacuum packaged tuna
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Refusal charges, in plain English

FILTHY8 refused lines
Filthy, putrid or decomposed substance
The product appeared to consist in whole or in part of a filthy, putrid, or decomposed substance, or to be otherwise unfit for food.

Questions about GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd

Is GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd on an FDA import alert?: Yes. As of October 26, 2026, GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd is on the red list of FDA Import Alert 16-105, “Fish products: decomposition, histamine or indole”, for tuna; FDA published the listing on October 19, 2018.
Has FDA refused shipments from GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd?: Yes. FDA refused 8 shipment lines from GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd between November 23, 2018 and January 30, 2020. The most recent, on January 30, 2020, was tuna (albacore, yellowfin, bluefin, skipjack, etc.), charged as FILTHY (filthy, putrid or decomposed substance).
Why did FDA refuse GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd's shipments?: The most frequent charge is FILTHY (filthy, putrid or decomposed substance, 8 lines).
When was GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd last inspected by FDA?: FDA's most recent inspection of GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd with a final classification is dated June 24, 2015 and was classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated).
What is GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd's FEI number?: GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd's FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) is 3004274312.
Can shipments from GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd still enter the U.S.?: Shipments of tuna from GLOBAL SEA FOODS (Pvt) Ltd can be detained without physical examination under Import Alert 16-105; FDA releases them only if evidence shows they do not have the listed violation. Importers must consider this listing in their FSVP evaluation (21 CFR 1.505).

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