FDACS Stop-Sale Orders: Certificate of Analysis
FDACS has issued 3,999 Certificate of Analysis stop-sale orders affecting 188 Florida food establishments, with 1,892 orders in the past 12 months. Legal basis: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
Under FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law, FDACS can issue Certificate of Analysis stop-sale orders requiring Florida food establishments to immediately cease sale of non-compliant products.
Legal basis: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law
What This Stop Order Means
A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a laboratory document that proves a food product has been independently tested for potency, contaminants, residual solvents, pesticides, heavy metals, and compliance with Florida's legal THC limits. Without a COA, there is no verified evidence that what's on the label matches what's in the product. A product without a COA could contain higher THC concentrations than declared, undisclosed contaminants, or dangerous adulterants — and the consumer has no way to know. FDACS has issued nearly 4,000 stop-sales for missing COA documentation.
When FDACS issues a Certificate of Analysis stop-sale order, the establishment must immediately cease selling or distributing the flagged products. Products remain under stop-sale order until FDACS inspectors verify corrective action has been taken.
Without a COA, the THC concentration in a hemp product is unknown. Products that significantly exceed Florida's 0.3% THC limit can cause psychoactive effects, impair driving, and trigger positive drug tests. Contaminants — heavy metals, pesticide residues, residual solvents — present in products without COA documentation have caused documented adverse health events nationally.
20 of 188 cited establishments have received certificate of analysis stop-sale orders on more than one inspection visit — a pattern that raises questions about whether underlying compliance issues are being fully resolved.
Stop-Sale Orders by County
| County | Orders |
|---|---|
| Miami-Dade | 1,066 |
| Leon | 275 |
| Marion | 96 |
| Duval | 71 |
| Broward | 70 |
| Brevard | 70 |
Stop-Sale Orders by City
| City | Orders |
|---|---|
| Miami | 845 |
| Tallahassee | 275 |
| Davie | 142 |
| Ocala | 74 |
| Orange Park | 71 |
| Medley | 51 |
| Titusville | 49 |
| Fort Lauderdale | 47 |
| Clearwater | 40 |
| Bonifay | 30 |
Top Chains — Certificate of Analysis Orders
| Chain | Orders |
|---|---|
| Hywaze | 19 |
| World Of Smoke & Vape | 4 |
| The Hemp Dispensary | 3 |
| Winn-Dixie | 3 |
| Gopuff | 2 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Orders | Last Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tait Capital LLC | Miami | 381 | Nov 24, 2025 |
| Nepa 305 LLC | Miami | 303 | Dec 9, 2025 |
| Tallulah Love Shop | Tallahassee | 174 | Nov 5, 2025 |
| Florida Bd Trading LLC | Davie | 142 | Feb 12, 2026 |
| Xpression of Awareness INC | Miami | 83 | Jul 17, 2025 |
| Smoke City | Orange Park | 70 | Aug 29, 2025 |
| Aria Market St | Tallahassee | 60 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Skysea Global Freight INC | Medley | 51 | Oct 30, 2025 |
Recent Stop-Sale Order Products
| Product | Order Type | Facility | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Fire THCp Flower | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Twenty One Cannabis THCP Infuser Flower (All Gas OG) | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Game On Delta 10 THC Dispossable (Grape Ape) | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Omega Blend Ghost Ship Indica | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Twenty One Cannabis THCP Infuser Flower (Champagne Kush) | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Game On Delta 10 THC Dispossable (GrandDaddy Purple) | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Omega Blend Alaskan Ice Sativa | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Twenty One Cannabis THCP Infuser Flower (Candyland) | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Game On Delta 10 THC Dispossable (Sour Diesel) | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Omega Blend Flora OG Sativa | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
Year-Over-Year: Certificate of Analysis Orders
| Year | Orders | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (YTD) | 163 | — |
| 2025 | 1,731 | +962% |
| 2024 | 61 | -96.5% |
| 2023 | 4 | -93.4% |
Related Stop-Sale Order Categories
Labeling
Container Requirements
Controlled Substance
Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Distribution and Retail Sale
Attractive to Children
References
- Florida FDACS Food Establishment Inspections
- Florida Statutes Chapter 500 — Florida Food Safety Act
- Florida Administrative Code Chapter 5K-4
- All FDACS Stop-Sale Order Categories
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is an FDACS Certificate of Analysis stop-sale order?
- An FDACS Certificate of Analysis stop-sale order requires a Florida food establishment to immediately stop selling or using a product that violates FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a laboratory document that proves a food product has been independently tested for potency, contaminants, residual solvents, pesticides, heavy metals, and compliance with Florida's legal THC limits. Without a COA, there is no verified evidence that what's on the label matches what's in the product. A product without a COA could contain higher THC concentrations than declared, undisclosed contaminants, or dangerous adulterants — and the consumer has no way to know. FDACS has issued nearly 4,000 stop-sales for missing COA documentation. FDACS has issued 3999 such orders across 188 Florida facilities.
- What happens when FDACS issues a stop-sale order for Certificate of Analysis?
- When FDACS issues a Certificate of Analysis stop-sale order, the affected products must immediately be removed from sale or use. The establishment cannot sell, distribute, or use the flagged products until FDACS approves corrective action. Violating a stop-sale order can result in additional penalties under Florida Statutes Chapter 500.
- Which Florida businesses receive Certificate of Analysis stop-sale orders?
- FDACS inspects and issues stop-sale orders to grocery stores, convenience stores, food manufacturers, bakeries, mobile food vendors, and vending machine operators. Certificate of Analysis stop-sale orders have been issued at 188 Florida facilities, with 1,892 orders in the past 12 months.
- What law covers FDACS Certificate of Analysis stop-sale orders?
- FDACS Certificate of Analysis stop-sale orders are issued under FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) enforces Florida Statutes Chapter 500 and Florida Administrative Code 5K-4, which adopt FDA Food Code standards for food safety and labeling compliance.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present. Exclusive archive — FDACS removes records after 4 years.
Legal Standard: Stop-sale orders issued under Florida Statutes Chapter 500 and Florida Administrative Code 5K-4, enforced by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data and inspection records, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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