Inspector: ARACELI HARVIE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III
Risk-Based Violations
Documentation for Rapidose HD9 liquid emulsion hemp extract was not provided upon
request. See stop sale order.
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Observed the Melt THC infused ice cubes package containing multiple servings and where
the immediate container is not designed with a child-resistant packaging. See stop sale order.
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Observed the Melt THC infused ice cubes packaging that does not conspicuously specify the
place of business of the processor, packer, or distributor. See stop sale order.
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Observed Melt THC infused ice cubes packaging that does not include the internet address
where batch information may be obtained. See stop sale order.
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Observed the Melt THC infused ice cubes packaging does not include an expiration date.
See stop sale order.
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Citation Description: Hemp extract distributed or sold in the state does not have a certificate of analysis
prepared by an independent testing laboratory that states the hemp extract is the product of a batch tested
by the independent testing laboratory. s. 581.217(7)(a)1.a., F.S.
Observation: No Certificate of analysis available for Melt THC infused ice cubes batch # 62-06-103 and
Rapidose HD9 liquid emulsion hemp extract. See stop sale order.
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Observed the Melt THC infused ice cubes packaging is attractive to children as it bears
shape of humans. See stop sale order.
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INSPECTION: GMP-117
Violation No.
Citation Description and Observation
Repeat
COS
117.20(b)
Citation Description: Deficiencies in plant size, construction, or design prohibit the proper precautions to
reduce the potential for allergen cross-contact and to protect food, food-contact surfaces, or
food-packaging materials from contamination with microorganisms, chemicals, filth, or extraneous material.
21 CFR 117.20(b)(2)
Observation: Observed the rolling door has a gap on the bottom.
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117.37(a)
Citation Description: Hand-washing facilities not designed to ensure that an employees hands are not a
source of contamination of food, food-contact surfaces, or food-packaging materials. 21 CFR 117.37(e)
Observation: Observed there is no hand sanitizer at the hand sink located by the three compartment sink.
Owner put hand sanitizer by hand sink.
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117.80(a)(2)
Citation Description: Appropriate quality control operations not employed to ensure that food is suitable
for human consumption and food packaging materials are safe and suitable. 21 CFR 117.80(a)(2)
Observation: You do not have quality control operations in place to ensure that your Melt THC infused ice
cubes are suitable to be stored and distributed at ambient temperatures. See stop sale and stop use order.
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INSPECTION: STATUTE-RULE
Violation No.
Food records for the ingredient Rapidose HD9 liquid emulsion hemp extract were not
provided upon request (COA, invoice or bill of lading).
A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Comments:
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source
Comments:
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when appropriate documentation has been obtained, contact the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 or
[email protected].
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when appropriate documentation has been obtained, contact the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 or
[email protected].
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Comments:
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Appropriate quality control operations
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when appropriate documentation has been obtained, contact the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 or
[email protected].
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when appropriate documentation has been obtained, contact the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 or
[email protected].
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Comments:
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when appropriate documentation has been obtained, contact the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 or
[email protected].
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STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Appropriate quality control operations
Comments:
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When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in
violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning
of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that
such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all
persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal
is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or
processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes.
AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT
If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with
Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must
contain:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any).
2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of
pleadings and other papers shall be made.
3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must
identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts
alleged by the department (informal hearing).
4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice.
Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this
Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day
deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by
Florida Law.
HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS
I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of Leafy Libations hereby waive a notice and a hearing
as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report.
____________________________________________
(Signature)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document.
(Signature of FDACS Representative)
(Signature of Representative)
ARACELI HARVIE, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III
MARK HUBBARD, CEO
Print Name and Title
FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13
_______________________________________________________
EDILMA LEIDECKER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
Print Date: 2/23/2026
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