US food and drink market overview and FDA compliance tips

What you’ll learn:

• Understand the key export opportunities for UK food and drink producers in the US market

• Gain clarity on essential US import regulations and FDA requirements

• Learn practical steps to ensure compliance and successfully bring your products to market

Description

UK food and drink companies exported £2 billion in products to the US in 2025. This vast and dynamic market presents significant opportunities, but success depends on a clear understanding of logistics, regulatory requirements, and routes to market.

Join this session to explore the opportunities available for UK food and drink exporters and gain practical insights into entering and scaling in the US. We will cover key subsectors, market entry considerations, and the regulatory landscape, helping you avoid common pitfalls and ensure full compliance.

This webinar is designed specifically for UK food and drink producers looking to expand into the US. While the opportunity is substantial, navigating US import requirements can be complex. The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) strictly enforces regulations on imported food and beverages, making it essential for exporters to understand and meet all relevant requirements before entering the market.

Our expert-led session will guide you through the critical steps needed to identify, understand, and overcome regulatory barriers, helping you approach the US market with confidence.

 
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Speakers

Molly Brown
International Markets Adviser, OCO Global

Mollie Brown is DBT North America’s International Markets Advisor covering food and drink, healthcare and life sciences, and creative industries. She has helped private companies develop and realize their international growth plans around the world through personalized, sector-specific guidance and market entry guidance. Originally from Belfast, Mollie is now based in New York

Gary Baylis 

MIEx
Regulatory Advisor, Representative Office for UK & Ireland for REGISTRAR CORP, USA

After 50 years in the international logistics industry Gary established his own company, Export Access, with a view to helping exporters identify, understand, and overcome regulatory barriers in overseas markets.

Gary runs the representative office for UK & Ireland for Registrar Corp USA – the leading global provider of assistance services for foreign suppliers whose products are subject to regulation by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).