FDACS Stop-Sale Orders: Container Requirements
FDACS has issued 20,813 Container Requirements stop-sale orders affecting 753 Florida food establishments, with 21,469 orders in the past 12 months. Legal basis: 581.217(7)(e), F.S.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
Container Requirements stop-sale orders are issued by FDACS under 581.217(7)(e), F.S, prohibiting the sale or distribution of non-compliant products until violations are resolved.
Legal basis: 581.217(7)(e), F.S
What This Stop Order Means
Products packaged in containers that fail to meet Florida or federal standards — including improper sealing, unauthorized materials, or containers not approved for food contact.
When FDACS issues a Container Requirements 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.
Stop-Sale Orders by County
| County | Orders |
|---|---|
| Leon | 2,316 |
| Miami-Dade | 1,193 |
| Pinellas | 1,119 |
| Volusia | 707 |
| Brevard | 445 |
| Broward | 344 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Orders | Last Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tallulah Love Shop | Tallahassee | 1063 | Nov 5, 2025 |
| Tallulah Delta 8 + Floating | Tallahassee | 422 | Dec 12, 2025 |
| Gator Wholesalers | Tampa | 350 | Jun 17, 2025 |
| Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | 288 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Aria Market St | Tallahassee | 270 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Puff Emporium | Largo | 259 | Mar 11, 2026 |
| Zelda Park Ave LLC | Tallahassee | 258 | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Smoke City | Orange Park | 252 | Aug 29, 2025 |
Recent Stop-Sale Order Products
| Product | Order Type | Facility | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta 8 Gummies | STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | Zeefood Mart LLC | Panama City | Feb 27, 2026 |
| D9 Gummies | STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | Zeefood Mart LLC | Panama City | Feb 27, 2026 |
| CBD Chocolates | STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | Zeefood Mart LLC | Panama City | Feb 27, 2026 |
| D9 Gummies | STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | Zeefood Mart LLC | Panama City | Feb 27, 2026 |
| THC Preroll | STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | Zeefood Mart LLC | Panama City | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Delta 9 Gummies | STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | Zeefood Mart LLC | Panama City | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Delta 8 Gummies | STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | Zeefood Mart LLC | Panama City | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Strawberry MARGARITA Spritz HEMP-DERIVED CANNABIS INFUSED NON-ALCOHOLIC COCKTAIL | STOP SALE ORDER | Circle K # 1010 | Belleview | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Sativa gummy | STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | R & S Enterprise Ocoee LLC | Ocoee | Jan 27, 2026 |
| Torch x GRDNT Slushiez Series THCA THCP HHCP (Peach Rings) | STOP SALE ORDER | Ak47 Smoke Shop Establishment #: 413498 | Bonifay | Dec 22, 2025 |
Related Stop-Sale Order Categories
Labeling
Controlled Substance
Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Attractive to Children
Certificate of Analysis
Distribution and Retail Sale
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 Container Requirements stop-sale order?
- An FDACS Container Requirements stop-sale order requires a Florida food establishment to immediately stop selling or using a product that violates 581.217(7)(e), F.S. Products packaged in containers that fail to meet Florida or federal standards — including improper sealing, unauthorized materials, or containers not approved for food contact. FDACS has issued 20813 such orders across 753 Florida facilities.
- What happens when FDACS issues a stop-sale order for Container Requirements?
- When FDACS issues a Container Requirements 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 Container Requirements 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. Container Requirements stop-sale orders have been issued at 753 Florida facilities, with 21,469 orders in the past 12 months.
- What law covers FDACS Container Requirements stop-sale orders?
- FDACS Container Requirements stop-sale orders are issued under 581.217(7)(e), F.S. 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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