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Products imported into the United States that require screening by the Food and Drug Administration continue to increase at a rate between 5 and 10 percent annually, the FDA reports.
The federal agency electronically screens such products, such as medical devices, food products and cosmetics, to ensure they meet the same standards as similar products that are made in the U.S.
The FDA provides details about the process for importers of FDA-regulated items on its website.
A Look at Imports Regulated by FDA
| Rank | Product Description | % of Total |
| 1 | Devices | 48% |
| 2 | Human foods | 31% |
| 3 | Housewares & food-related items | 8% |
| 4 | Cosmetics | 6% |
| 5 | Radiological health | 3% |
| 6 | Drugs and biologics | 2% |
| 7 | Tobacco products | 1% |
| 8 | Animal feed | 1% |
