Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros
FDA import alert and refusal historyBekaa, LebanonFEI 3008014247
As of October 26, 2026, Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros (Bekaa, Lebanon) is on the red list of FDA Import Alert 99-39 (Imported foods that appear to be misbranded) for makdous stuffed labneh and walnuts, published by FDA on November 3, 2025, is also listed on Import Alert 99-22 (red list) and Import Alert 99-08 (red list), and has 25 FDA import refusals recorded since October 2016.
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Current status
- Last import refusal
- Olive oil, refined, single ingredient · PESTICIDE
- Last warning letter
- None found
- Last inspection
- None on record
Every FDA record for Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros
28 records, newest first. Each line links to the FDA page it came from.
2026
2025
- Import alert listingListed on Import Alert 99-39red listMakdous Stuffed Labneh and WalnutsSource
- Import refusalSource
Refused, 2 lines in one entry: Olive oil, refined, single ingredientPESTICIDEEntry 251-2142242-9Show 2 linesHide lines
- Import alert listingListed on Import Alert 99-22red listMakdous Stuffed Labneh and WalnutsSource
- Import refusalRefused, Egg plant, with sauceLIST INGREUSUAL NAMEALLERGENEntry N77-0226539-8Source
- Import refusalSource
Refused, 2 lines in one entry: Vitamin, mineral, proteins and unconventional dietary specialities for humans and animals, n.e.c.INCONSPICUNUTRIT LBLHEALTH CEntry DP4-8662905-9Show 2 linesHide lines
- Refused, Vitamin, mineral, proteins and unconventional dietary specialities for humans and animals, n.e.c.INCONSPICUNUTRIT LBLHEALTH CEntry DP4-8662905-9Source
- Refused, Vitamin, mineral, proteins and unconventional dietary specialities for humans and animals, n.e.c.INCONSPICUNUTRIT LBLHEALTH CEntry DP4-8662905-9Source
- Import refusalRefused, Apricot, dried or pasteSULFITELBLFILTHYLACKS FIRMLACKS N/CNUTRIT LBLEntry DP4-8662909-1Source
- Import refusalRefused, Tea substitutes, n.e.c.INCONSPICUNUTRIT LBLHEALTH CEntry DP4-8662905-9Source
- Import refusalRefused, Olive oil, refined, single ingredientPESTICIDEINCONSPICUEntry DP4-8662905-9Source
- Import alert listingListed on Import Alert 99-08red listOlive OilSource
2024
- Import refusalSource
Refused, 14 lines in one entry: Marjoram, ground, cracked (spice); Sage, ground, cracked (spice) and 5 moreFSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Show 14 linesHide lines
- Refused, Marjoram, ground, cracked (spice)FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Sage, ground, cracked (spice)FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Garbanzo beanFSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Bay (laurel), whole (spice)FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Bay (laurel), whole (spice)FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Garbanzo beanFSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Sage, ground, cracked (spice)FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Tea substitutes, n.e.c.FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Sage, ground, cracked (spice)FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Garbanzo beanFSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Tea substitutes, n.e.c.FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Garbanzo beanFSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Tea, camomille, chamomile (tea substitute)FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
- Refused, Mixed spice and seaonings, without salt, n.e.c.FSVP VIOEntry 164-0297971-6Source
2017
- Import refusalSource
Refused, 2 lines in one entry: Blended syrups, pancake and waffle syrupFILTHYEntry DP4-8136978-4Show 2 linesHide lines
Refusal charges, in plain English
- FSVP VIO14 refused lines
Importer not in compliance with FSVP
The importer of record appeared not to be in compliance with the Foreign Supplier Verification Program requirements of section 805 of the FD&C Act. The charge concerns the importer's program, not a test result on the food.
- INCONSPICU4 refused lines
Required information not conspicuous
Information required on the label appeared not to be placed prominently or conspicuously enough to be read and understood by an ordinary consumer.
- NUTRIT LBL4 refused lines
Nutrition information missing from label
The label or labeling appeared not to carry the nutrition information that U.S. law requires for the food.
- PESTICIDE4 refused lines
Pesticide chemical residue
The product appeared to contain a pesticide chemical residue that makes it adulterated under section 402(a)(2)(B) of the FD&C Act, for example a residue above the U.S. tolerance or one with no U.S. tolerance for that food.
- FILTHY3 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.
- HEALTH C3 refused lines
Unauthorized nutrient content or health claim
The label or labeling appeared to carry a nutrient content claim or health claim that is not authorized.
- ALLERGEN1 refused line
Major food allergen not declared
The label appeared not to declare all major food allergens present in the product, as section 403(w) of the FD&C Act requires.
- LACKS FIRM1 refused line
Manufacturer name and address missing
The packaged product's label appeared not to show the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
Questions about Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros
- Is Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros on an FDA import alert?
- Yes. As of October 26, 2026, Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros is on the red list of FDA Import Alert 99-39, “Imported foods that appear to be misbranded”, for makdous stuffed labneh and walnuts; FDA published the listing on November 3, 2025.
- Has FDA refused shipments from Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros?
- Yes. FDA refused 25 shipment lines from Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros between June 28, 2017 and January 21, 2026. The most recent, on January 21, 2026, was olive oil, refined, single ingredient, charged as PESTICIDE (pesticide chemical residue).
- Why did FDA refuse Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros's shipments?
- The most frequent charges are FSVP VIO (importer not in compliance with fsvp, 14 lines) and INCONSPICU (required information not conspicuous, 4 lines).
- What is Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros's FEI number?
- Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros's FDA Establishment Identifier (FEI) is 3008014247.
- Can shipments from Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros still enter the U.S.?
- Shipments of makdous stuffed labneh and walnuts from Ahmad M.S. Al Dirani & Bros can be detained without physical examination under Import Alert 99-39; 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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