Compliance and Enforcement
If you have a complaint about the organic status of a product, go here.
If you send an e-mail to USDA, you will receive an automatic e-mail reply.
If you have a question about whether an operation or a certifying agent is still certified or accredited, go here.
Mislabeling and False Statements
Any person who knowingly mislabels a product as organic can be fined a maximum of $10,000 and may be disbarred from the Organic Program for five years. Persons who make false statements to the Secretary of Agriculture, a state official or a certifying agent are subject to penalties under Federal law, and may be disbarred from the program for five years.
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