Report Your Experience to the US Food and Drug Administration - FDA

We at iwaspoisoned.com commend you for taking the next step to ensure food safety. Your report can make a difference in preventing future incidents. In the United States the Food and Drug Adminstration (FDA) has provided a dedicated form that directly reaches the outbreak response group, by completing this form it improves the chance that a direct investigation will take place. Here is how to do it: 

Easy Steps to Report to the FDA
1. Start Your Report
  • Visit the FDA’s dedicated reporting form to start your report.
  • This form reaches directly to the team responsible for outbreak responses, significantly improving the chances of a thorough investigation.
*Note — the form should look like this:


Since the link does not open consistently — if it opens to a page like this:


Then click on Consumer/Patient to get to the reporting form:
  

2. Filling Out the Form
  • The form contains several sections, but don’t worry—many questions are optional. Click "Next" to proceed through the form, and it will notify you if any required field is missed.
  • Aim to provide as much detail as possible. If you’re unsure about specific details, estimates are acceptable.
3. Alternative Reporting Options 4. Got Stuck?
We’re here to help and would love to hear about your reporting experience:
  • Email us at support@iwaspoisoned.com with any questions.
  • Join one of our facebook communities for assistance.
Your Report Matters
  • Even If You Weren’t Hospitalized: Reports are valuable regardless of the severity of your illness. If your experience didn’t require hospitalization or was not life-threatening, your input is still crucial. Simply skip the hospitalization section if it does not apply.
  • Defective Products Count Too: Encountered a product issue like mold, unusual smell, or broken packaging? Your report is important. It helps identify potential safety breaches and prevent harm.
Your voice is powerful in the fight against foodborne illness. By reporting your experiences, you contribute to the broader effort to ensure food safety and protect public health. Thank you for taking the time to make a difference.