Has FDA refused shipments from Alimentos Conica S.A.?

Yes. FDA refused 8 shipment lines from Alimentos Conica S.A. between March 7, 2022 and January 5, 2026. The most recent, on January 5, 2026, was gel cups candy, charged as UNFIT4FOOD (unfit for food).

Why did FDA refuse Alimentos Conica S.A.'s shipments?

The most frequent charges are UNFIT4FOOD (unfit for food, 4 lines) and UNSAFE COL (color additive unsafe under section 721, 4 lines).

When was Alimentos Conica S.A. last inspected by FDA?

FDA's most recent inspection of Alimentos Conica S.A. with a final classification is dated February 12, 2013 and was classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated).

What is Alimentos Conica S.A.'s FEI number?

Alimentos Conica S.A.'s FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) is 3004475598.

Can shipments from Alimentos Conica S.A. still enter the U.S.?

Shipments of mini jelly snacks from Alimentos Conica S.A. can be detained without physical examination under Import Alert 33-15; 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).

Alimentos Conica S.A.

FDA import alert and refusal historyParaiso, Costa RicaFEI 3004475598

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As of October 26, 2026, Alimentos Conica S.A. (Paraiso, Costa Rica) is on the red list of FDA Import Alert 33-15 (Mini-cup gel and jelly candies of firm consistency) for mini jelly snacks, published by FDA on September 16, 2025, 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 33-15 · red list
Last import refusal: Jan 5, 2026Gel cups candy · UNFIT4FOOD
Last warning letter: None found
Last inspection: Feb 12, 2013Classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated)

Every FDA record for Alimentos Conica S.A.

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

2026

Jan 5, 2026Import refusal
Refused, 3 lines in one entry: Gel cups candyUNFIT4FOODEntry 9ST-0011007-6Show 3 linesHide lines
- Refused, Gel cups candyUNFIT4FOODEntry 9ST-0011007-6Source
- Refused, Gel cups candyUNFIT4FOODEntry 9ST-0011007-6Source
- Refused, Gel cups candyUNFIT4FOODEntry 9ST-0011007-6Source
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2025

Oct 1, 2025Import refusal
Refused, Gel cups candyUNFIT4FOODEntry 404-2339449-9
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Sep 16, 2025Import alert listing
Listed on Import Alert 33-15red listMini Jelly Snacks
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2022

Mar 7, 2022Import refusal
Refused, 4 lines in one entry: Gel cups, fruit flavored; Gel cups candyUNSAFE COLEntry 9ST-0006895-1Show 4 linesHide lines
- Refused, Gel cups, fruit flavoredUNSAFE COLEntry 9ST-0006895-1Source
- Refused, Gel cups candyUNSAFE COLEntry 9ST-0006895-1Source
- Refused, Gel cups candyUNSAFE COLEntry 9ST-0006895-1Source
- Refused, Gel cups, fruit flavoredUNSAFE COLEntry 9ST-0006895-1Source
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2013

Feb 12, 2013Inspection
Inspection classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated)Food Composition, Standards, Labeling and Econ; Foodborne Biological Hazards
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Refusal charges, in plain English

UNFIT4FOOD4 refused lines
Unfit for food
The product appeared to be unfit for food.
UNSAFE COL4 refused lines
Color additive unsafe under section 721
The product appeared to be, or to contain, a color additive that is unsafe within the meaning of section 721(a) of the FD&C Act, the section that governs which color additives may be used and how.

Questions about Alimentos Conica S.A.

Is Alimentos Conica S.A. on an FDA import alert?: Yes. As of October 26, 2026, Alimentos Conica S.A. is on the red list of FDA Import Alert 33-15, “Mini-cup gel and jelly candies of firm consistency”, for mini jelly snacks; FDA published the listing on September 16, 2025.
Has FDA refused shipments from Alimentos Conica S.A.?: Yes. FDA refused 8 shipment lines from Alimentos Conica S.A. between March 7, 2022 and January 5, 2026. The most recent, on January 5, 2026, was gel cups candy, charged as UNFIT4FOOD (unfit for food).
Why did FDA refuse Alimentos Conica S.A.'s shipments?: The most frequent charges are UNFIT4FOOD (unfit for food, 4 lines) and UNSAFE COL (color additive unsafe under section 721, 4 lines).
When was Alimentos Conica S.A. last inspected by FDA?: FDA's most recent inspection of Alimentos Conica S.A. with a final classification is dated February 12, 2013 and was classified VAI (Voluntary Action Indicated).
What is Alimentos Conica S.A.'s FEI number?: Alimentos Conica S.A.'s FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) is 3004475598.
Can shipments from Alimentos Conica S.A. still enter the U.S.?: Shipments of mini jelly snacks from Alimentos Conica S.A. can be detained without physical examination under Import Alert 33-15; 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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