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Food Safety Information | US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250

Eligibility

Open to the public

Required documents

Call for information

Hours

Call or visit website for information

Interpretation services

English

Application process

Call or visit the website to access the service.

Fees

None to visit the website or to use the hotline.

Service area

United States

Description

Provides comprehensive information, resources, and statistics on a broad range of topics relating to food maintenance including proper food handling, food inspection, and food recalls. The Meat and Poultry hotline is available to all consumers who want to report any commercial food that they suspect being possibly contaminated.

Providing organization

US Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Provide leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management.