About the Course
Webinar: Food Traceability Rule (21 CFR 204) – FDA Requirements for Export to the United States
The Food Traceability Rule (21 CFR Part 204), issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), introduces new, stringent traceability requirements for a wide range of high-risk food products.
This 1-hour webinar is specifically designed for food industry consultants and Italian companies exporting to the United States, with the aim of providing a clear, practical, and immediately applicable understanding of the regulatory requirements.
Your Instructor
Carlo Merlo

Carlo Merlo is a food safety and certification expert and founder of Charlie Blackbird LLC. He specializes in GFSI standards, supplier auditing, and U.S. FDA regulations, including the Food Traceability Rule. As an FSPCA-approved instructor, he delivers practical, real-world training to food businesses across Europe and North America, helping them strengthen compliance and build an effective food safety culture.

