The short answer
Greece exports olive oil, feta, Kalamata olives, yogurt, honey and natural cosmetics to the U.S. Authenticity, cheese rules and canned-food filings are where Greek exporters most often need care.
What Greek exporters should watch for
🫒 Olive oil
FDA watches olive oil for economic adulteration under Import Alert 99-47, updated in October 2026. Keep grade and authenticity test results for each lot and make sure the label grade matches.
🧀 Feta and cheese
Feta made from raw (unpasteurized) milk must be aged at least 60 days at no less than 35°F (1.7°C) before it can be sold in the U.S. Pasteurized feta does not have this aging requirement.
🫙 Kalamata olives
Olives in sealed jars or cans may need FCE registration and SID process filings, depending on their acidity and process. File before the first shipment.
🍯 Honey and cosmetics
Honey is checked for drug residues and adulteration. Natural cosmetics — olive oil soaps, creams — need MoCRA facility registration and product listing; true soap may be exempt.
Common reasons Greek shipments are stopped
- Economic adulteration concerns in olive oil and honey
- Raw-milk feta aged less than 60 days
- Canned or jarred olives without FCE/SID
- Labeling — EU nutrition panel, metric-only weights
- Cosmetics not registered under MoCRA
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What you need to register — and what it costs
| Product type | FDA requirement | Orionex price |
|---|---|---|
| Food, beverages, supplements | Food facility registration + U.S. Agent, renewed every 2 years; Prior Notice for each shipment | $300/year or $450 for 2 years |
| Cosmetics | MoCRA facility registration (every 2 years) + product listing + U.S. Agent | $300/year or $450 for 2 years; listing $150/product |
| Medical devices | Establishment registration (yearly, FDA fee paid separately) + device listing; 510(k) for many Class II devices | $550/year; listing $50/device |
| Drugs (incl. OTC) | Drug establishment registration (yearly) + NDC labeler code + drug listing | $550/year; listing $350/product |
Every Orionex registration includes the U.S. Agent service, D-U-N-S number set-up where needed and a Certificate of Registration. All prices →
Tell us your products — we’ll confirm what you need to register, in writing, by email.
Frequently asked questions
Can Greek feta be exported to the U.S.?
Yes. Feta made from pasteurized milk can be exported once the facility is registered with FDA and the label meets U.S. rules. Feta made from raw milk must first be aged at least 60 days at no less than 35°F (1.7°C).
Do Kalamata olives need FCE and SID?
Often, yes. Olives packed in hermetically sealed containers that are acidified or low-acid foods need FCE registration and an SID filing for each process. The product’s pH and process decide, so check before shipping.
Sources
- FDA — Import Alerts by Publish Date
- eCFR — 21 CFR Part 133, Cheeses and related cheese products
- FDA — Acidified & Low-Acid Canned Foods (LACF) registration
Checked against FDA and other official sources on November 11, 2026. This guide is general information, not legal advice.