FDACS Stop-Sale Orders: Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used
FDACS has issued 26 Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used stop-sale orders affecting 24 Florida food establishments, with 21 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.
Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used stop-sale orders are issued by FDACS under FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law, prohibiting the sale or distribution of non-compliant products until violations are resolved.
Legal basis: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law
What This Stop Order Means
FDACS stop-sale orders issued for Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used violations under Florida food safety law. Products subject to stop-sale or stop-use orders cannot be sold or used until the violation is corrected.
When FDACS issues a Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used 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 |
|---|---|
| Miami-Dade | 5 |
| Brevard | 2 |
| Walton | 1 |
| Hillsborough | 1 |
| Sumter | 1 |
| Polk | 1 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Orders | Last Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Djons Village Market | Indialantic | 2 | Oct 27, 2025 |
| The Golden Hog | Key Biscayne | 2 | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Kooler Ice - Aliana Meat Market | Tampa | 1 | Apr 2, 2026 |
| Foodtown # 0802 | West Palm Beach | 1 | Mar 23, 2026 |
| Sushi With Gusto Establishment #: 403553 | Panama City | 1 | Dec 15, 2025 |
| The Fresh Market # 0055 | Miami | 1 | Oct 14, 2025 |
| Chef Rasta Rayon Authentic Island Food Cuisine | Tampa | 1 | Sep 2, 2025 |
| Sedanos # 0037 | Miami | 1 | Aug 8, 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 Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used stop-sale order?
- An FDACS Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used 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. FDACS stop-sale orders issued for Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used violations under Florida food safety law. Products subject to stop-sale or stop-use orders cannot be sold or used until the violation is corrected. FDACS has issued 26 such orders across 24 Florida facilities.
- What happens when FDACS issues a stop-sale order for Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used?
- When FDACS issues a Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used 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 Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used 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. Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used stop-sale orders have been issued at 24 Florida facilities, with 21 orders in the past 12 months.
- What law covers FDACS Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used stop-sale orders?
- FDACS Food Temperature Control: Approved thawing methods used 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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