On October 3, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it will begin requiring import certifications for shrimp and all spices from certain regions of Indonesia based on the potential risk of contamination with Cesium-137 (Cs-137). This document provides answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding the scope and impact of the new requirements on the spice industry. This is a developing situation, with limited information available at this point. The information in this document is current as of the date on the title page and may be subject to change.