As stated in 21 CFR 1.233, FDA encourages, but does not require, registrants to submit items that are indicated as optional on Form FDA 3537. The following information is optional, but may be provided when submitting a food facility registration:
• Facility fax number;
• Fax number and e-mail address for the preferred mailing address, if different from that of the facility;
• Fax number of the owner, operator, or agent in charge of the facility;
• Fax number and e-mail address of the parent company (if applicable);
• Individual name and title for the facility emergency contact;
• For a foreign facility: Title and fax number of its U.S. agent;
• Fax number of the authorizing individual; and
• Approximate dates of operation (if the facility’s business is seasonal).
