The FDA's Traceability Rule, in effect since January 20, 2023, adds stringent requirements for food traceability, with full compliance expected by January 20, 2026. Food entities, particularly those handling items on the Food Traceability List (FTL), must establish and maintain a Traceability Plan, record Critical Tracking Events (CTEs) via Key Data Elements (KDEs), and comply with many more new provisions.