Sometimes the smartest move is to walk away from a deal. If you can't verify a product's compliance, don't risk it. A single violation could cost you more than the profit on that order.

Signs you should walk away:

• The seller won't provide batch-level documentation.
• The flavor name is vague or changes between orders.
• The product isn't listed in any official database you can find.
• The price seems too good to be true—often that means corners were cut on compliance.

Remember, the label is just the start. Your real protection is the public record. Check the DBPR site, check the FDA database, and ask the right questions. It's not glamorous work, but it keeps your business on the right side of the law.