Before you place an order, ask your supplier these questions—and get the answers in writing:

• "Is this product currently compliant with Florida's flavor restrictions?"
• "Can you provide the FDA authorization or exemption number for this exact SKU?"
• "Does your documentation match the batch we're ordering?"
• "When was this product last checked against Florida law?"

If the seller can't answer these clearly, that's a red flag. A compliant supplier should be able to point you to the specific rule and the batch paperwork.