USDA Greenlights Glasswort Imports from Israel to Spice Up Menus
Published Date: 4/21/2026
Notice
Summary
Starting April 21, 2026, fresh leaves and stems of glasswort from Israel can be imported into the U.S. This change affects importers and consumers by allowing a new, safe product on the market after careful checks to prevent pests. The USDA’s smart safety rules make sure this tasty plant won’t bring any unwanted bugs or weeds.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
New import access for glasswort
Starting April 21, 2026, fresh leaves and stems of glasswort (Salicornia europaea L.) from Israel may be imported into the United States for human consumption, subject to specified phytosanitary measures. This opens market access for importers and allows consumers to buy this product in the U.S.
Pet-food labeled shipments refused
Glasswort shipments that are manifested, labeled, or otherwise intended for pet food will be refused entry into the United States. Importers planning to import glasswort for pet food cannot use this human-consumption authorization and must expect refusal.
Phytosanitary measures and compliance required
Imports of glasswort from Israel must meet the phytosanitary measures identified in the risk management document (RMD) and listed in the APHIS ACIR database, and each shipment must meet the general requirements in 7 CFR 319.56-3. These measures are applied to mitigate the risk of introducing plant pests or noxious weeds.
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