FDACS Stop-Sale Orders: Sanitation Control
FDACS has issued 3 Sanitation Control stop-sale orders affecting 2 Florida food establishments, with 4 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.
Sanitation Control 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 Sanitation Control 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 Sanitation Control 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 | 4 |
| Duval | 1 |
Most Cited Facilities
| Facility | City | Orders | Last Order |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Depot Establishment #: 308102 | Medley | 2 | Oct 8, 2025 |
| Bar Harbor Seafood | Premier Row Orlando | 1 | Jun 5, 2025 |
| C & C Fisheries | Atlantic Beach | 1 | May 20, 2025 |
| America's Intl Trade Services INC | Miami | 1 | Mar 21, 2025 |
| Igloo Exchange LLC | Miami | 1 | Jul 6, 2022 |
Recent Stop-Sale Order Products
| Product | Order Type | Facility | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pistchios | STOP SALE ORDER | Restaurant Depot Establishment #: 308102 | Medley | Oct 8, 2025 |
| Corn Husks | STOP SALE ORDER | Restaurant Depot Establishment #: 308102 | Medley | Oct 8, 2025 |
| Area under condensate drip in Fresh Fish Area | STOP USE ORDER | Bar Harbor Seafood | Premier Row Orlando | Jun 5, 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 Sanitation Control stop-sale order?
- An FDACS Sanitation Control 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 Sanitation Control 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 3 such orders across 2 Florida facilities.
- What happens when FDACS issues a stop-sale order for Sanitation Control?
- When FDACS issues a Sanitation Control 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 Sanitation Control 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. Sanitation Control stop-sale orders have been issued at 2 Florida facilities, with 4 orders in the past 12 months.
- What law covers FDACS Sanitation Control stop-sale orders?
- FDACS Sanitation Control 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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