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USDA FSIS

Electronic Consumer Complaint Form (eCCF)


If you have a problem with a food product

Separate government agencies are responsible for protecting different segments of the food supply and responding to consumer complaints involving those food products. If you have experienced a problem with a food product, it is important to contact the appropriate public health organization.

For Help With Problems Involving Food Prepared at a Restaurant, Deli or Fast Food Establishment:

Contact the Health Department in your city, county or state. View a complete listing of State Departments of Public Health..

For Help With Non-Meat Food Products (i.e. Cereals, Produce, Pastas, Cheeses, Whole Eggs in Shell, etc.):

For complaints about food products which do not contain meat, poultry or egg products, such as fruit and vegetables, contact the [Food and Drug Administration (FDA)].

If you have reviewed this information and still wish to submit a complaint to USDA FSIS, [CLICK HERE] If you wish to speak with someone about your complaint call the USDAMeat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854).