Gustavo Zapata - Co-founder REGISTRO-FDA.US
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Gustavo Zapata

Co-founder & FDA Compliance Lead

Gustavo Zapata is the Co-founder of REGISTRO-FDA.US, a Miami-based FDA compliance consultancy serving cosmetic, food, and consumer product brands across more than 40 countries.

Today, Gustavo leads a portfolio of specialized FDA compliance services, including MoCRA cosmetic facility registration, cosmetic product listing, U.S. Agent representation, and FDA prior notice filings. His mission is to make U.S. regulatory compliance accessible to international brands — particularly small and mid-sized businesses without in-house regulatory teams.

Through REGISTRO-FDA.US, Gustavo guides clients through every step of the U.S. market entry journey, from initial FDA registration through product listing, ongoing compliance maintenance, and the biennial and annual renewal cycles. The team's role is to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, executable next steps for foreign manufacturers.

With 25+ years of experience in regulatory strategy, brand management, and international market entry, Gustavo has led marketing and compliance initiatives for brand portfolios that represented up to 60% of total company revenue. His track record spans alcoholic beverages, frozen and refrigerated foods, and energy drinks — including Stella Artois, Coors Light, Presidente, Tequila Patrón, Red Baron, Tony's Pizza, Healthy Choice, Gatorade, Ocean Spray, and SoBe Adrenaline Rush. This background combines market analysis, regulatory compliance, and brand positioning into one strategy.

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