FDACS Stop-Sale Orders: Distribution and Retail Sale
FDACS has issued 3,684 Distribution and Retail Sale stop-sale orders affecting 295 Florida food establishments, with 2,667 orders in the past 12 months. Legal basis: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.
Sourced from Florida FDACS public inspection records, Jan 2022–present.
Under FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded, FDACS can issue Distribution and Retail Sale stop-sale orders requiring Florida food establishments to immediately cease sale of non-compliant products.
Legal basis: FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded
What This Stop Order Means
Unlicensed or non-compliant distribution and retail sale of food products, including products sold through unapproved channels or without required permits.
When FDACS issues a Distribution and Retail Sale 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 |
|---|---|
| Broward | 554 |
| Palm Beach | 247 |
| St. Johns | 211 |
| Polk | 171 |
| Miami-Dade | 154 |
| Pinellas | 140 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Orders | Last Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honest Pp&d | Orlando | 135 | Aug 28, 2024 |
| Smoke Unlimited Food and Beverage | Dania Beach | 115 | Jun 5, 2025 |
| Mr Smoke Smoke Shop | West Palm Beach | 84 | Sep 8, 2025 |
| Off the Hook Ocean INC | Jensen Beach | 78 | Jun 3, 2025 |
| Tony's Market & Deli | Delray Beach | 68 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Nepa 954 LLC | Pompano Beach | 67 | Feb 4, 2025 |
| First Line Distribution INC | Fort Lauderdale | 65 | Nov 13, 2024 |
| Fnm Distributing | Unit A Fort Myers | 58 | Dec 18, 2025 |
Recent Stop-Sale Order Products
| Product | Order Type | Facility | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumo Gummies Zuza Citrus | STOP SALE ORDER | Troo LLC DBA/ Cool Vapors | Panama City | Jun 23, 2025 |
| Sumo Gummies Srawberry Frenzy | STOP SALE ORDER | Troo LLC DBA/ Cool Vapors | Panama City | Jun 23, 2025 |
| Sumo Gummies Cotton Candy Swirl | STOP SALE ORDER | Troo LLC DBA/ Cool Vapors | Panama City | Jun 23, 2025 |
| Sumo Gummies Forbidden Punch | STOP SALE ORDER | Troo LLC DBA/ Cool Vapors | Panama City | Jun 23, 2025 |
| Sumo Gummies Wild Watermelon | STOP SALE ORDER | Troo LLC DBA/ Cool Vapors | Panama City | Jun 23, 2025 |
| Lucky Puffs Cereal Bars Delta 9 | STOP SALE ORDER | Save Rack Establishment #: 426729 | Lakeland | May 1, 2025 |
| 300 mg Delta 9 THC Gummies Sour Apple | STOP SALE ORDER | Save Rack Establishment #: 426729 | Lakeland | May 1, 2025 |
| Oatmeal Raisin Cookie 5-ct Bag | STOP SALE ORDER | Save Rack Establishment #: 426729 | Lakeland | May 1, 2025 |
| Drippin Lit Black Cherry Lemonade | STOP SALE ORDER | Save Rack Establishment #: 426729 | Lakeland | May 1, 2025 |
| 300 mg Delta 9 THC Gummies Lemon | STOP SALE ORDER | Save Rack Establishment #: 426729 | Lakeland | May 1, 2025 |
Related Stop-Sale Order Categories
Labeling
Container Requirements
Controlled Substance
Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Attractive to Children
Certificate of Analysis
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 Distribution and Retail Sale stop-sale order?
- An FDACS Distribution and Retail Sale stop-sale order requires a Florida food establishment to immediately stop selling or using a product that violates FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded. Unlicensed or non-compliant distribution and retail sale of food products, including products sold through unapproved channels or without required permits. FDACS has issued 3684 such orders across 295 Florida facilities.
- What happens when FDACS issues a stop-sale order for Distribution and Retail Sale?
- When FDACS issues a Distribution and Retail Sale 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 Distribution and Retail Sale 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. Distribution and Retail Sale stop-sale orders have been issued at 295 Florida facilities, with 2,667 orders in the past 12 months.
- What law covers FDACS Distribution and Retail Sale stop-sale orders?
- FDACS Distribution and Retail Sale stop-sale orders are issued under FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded. 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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