FDACS Stop-Sale Orders: Controlled Substance
FDACS has issued 17,331 Controlled Substance stop-sale orders affecting 909 Florida food establishments, with 13,185 orders in the past 12 months. Legal basis: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
FDACS issues Controlled Substance stop-sale orders when food products violate 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S — requiring immediate removal from sale or use until corrective action is taken.
Legal basis: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S
What This Stop Order Means
Products containing controlled substances such as kratom, synthetic cannabinoids, or other regulated compounds not permitted for sale as food products under Florida law.
When FDACS issues a Controlled Substance 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 | 1,122 |
| Broward | 986 |
| Pinellas | 593 |
| Palm Beach | 547 |
| Miami-Dade | 479 |
| Polk | 449 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Orders | Last Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Smoke Smoke Shop | West Palm Beach | 242 | Sep 8, 2025 |
| Tallulah Love Shop | Tallahassee | 208 | Nov 5, 2025 |
| Smoke City | Jacksonville Beach | 198 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Zelda Park Ave LLC | Tallahassee | 175 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| Aria Market St | Tallahassee | 168 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Tallulah Delta 8 + Floating | Tallahassee | 160 | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Food Zone 7 LLC | Tallahassee | 155 | Mar 4, 2026 |
| Gator Wholesalers | Tampa | 146 | Jun 17, 2025 |
Recent Stop-Sale Order Products
| Product | Order Type | Facility | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder | STOP SALE ORDER | Tommy's Food Store #2 | Palatka | Mar 18, 2026 |
| White Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder | STOP SALE ORDER | Tommy's Food Store #2 | Palatka | Mar 18, 2026 |
| Black Kratom Capsules (3 Pack) | STOP SALE ORDER | Tommy's Food Store #2 | Palatka | Mar 18, 2026 |
| Black Kratom Capsules (2 Pack) | STOP SALE ORDER | Tommy's Food Store #2 | Palatka | Mar 18, 2026 |
| Green Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder | STOP SALE ORDER | Tommy's Food Store #2 | Palatka | Mar 18, 2026 |
| White Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder | STOP SALE ORDER | Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 | Lehigh Acres | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Green Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder | STOP SALE ORDER | Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 | Lehigh Acres | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Maeng Da Kratom Green Vein | STOP SALE ORDER | Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 | Lehigh Acres | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Maeng Da Kratom White Vein Powder | STOP SALE ORDER | Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 | Lehigh Acres | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Red Vein Maeng Da Kratom 60 capsules | STOP SALE ORDER | Oryx Investment 4 Lic Establishment #: 433908 | Lehigh Acres | Mar 3, 2026 |
Related Stop-Sale Order Categories
Labeling
Container Requirements
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 Controlled Substance stop-sale order?
- An FDACS Controlled Substance stop-sale order requires a Florida food establishment to immediately stop selling or using a product that violates 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S. Products containing controlled substances such as kratom, synthetic cannabinoids, or other regulated compounds not permitted for sale as food products under Florida law. FDACS has issued 17331 such orders across 909 Florida facilities.
- What happens when FDACS issues a stop-sale order for Controlled Substance?
- When FDACS issues a Controlled Substance 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 Controlled Substance 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. Controlled Substance stop-sale orders have been issued at 909 Florida facilities, with 13,185 orders in the past 12 months.
- What law covers FDACS Controlled Substance stop-sale orders?
- FDACS Controlled Substance stop-sale orders are issued under 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., 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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