Import Permit Required for Shipborne Dunnage
As of July 6, 2023, port terminals in Canada accepting the discharge of shipborne dunnage must obtain an import permit. Find out all the details you need to know to stay compliant.
FSIS Expands Generic Food Label Approvals for Meat, Poultry and Egg Products
The USDA’s FSIS has published a new regulatory amendment that will significantly broaden the scope of its generically approved labeling system for meat, poultry, and egg products. Find out all the details you need to know here.
Canada Imposes Import Restrictions on Poultry and Birds from the United States
The CFIA has restricted the import of live, fresh, raw, or unprocessed poultry products or by-products from 27 U.S. states that are currently experiencing a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) or Newcastle Disease outbreak. Find out if your imports are affected here.
FDA Issues FSVP Final Guidance
Importer of foreign foods into the US? FDA has issued final guidance on Foreign Supplier Verification Programs for Importers of Food for Humans and Animals. Find out all the details you need to know here.
Pineapple Imports Under Assessment by USDA
The USDA is currently considering the importation of fresh pineapple from Taiwan for consumption in the U.S. and its territories. Find out all the details here.
Changes to Import Requirements for Raw Fresh/ Frozen Poultry Products
Importer of poultry products from the UK? The CFIA will be harmonizing import requirements with the United Kingdom (UK) for products imported from countries with outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). Stay compliant, find out what the changes are here.
USDA Warns Importers on Incomplete or Incorrect Import Data
Importer of plant and animal products? APHIS, has warned importers of submitting incorrect or incomplete data pertaining to Licenses, Permits, Certificates or Other (LPCO) — specifically in the PG13 and PG14 lines of the APHIS core message set. Find out everything you need to know to stay compliant, and ensure your goods can be imported without issue.
New Certification Process for Meat and Poultry Imports from the US Now in Effect
Importer of meat and/or poultry products from the U.S.? New changes to the certification process is in effect. Stay compliant, find out what the changes are here.
FDA Program for Importers of Food Has May 31 Application Deadline
Application to participate in the Food and Drug Administration’s Voluntary Qualified Importer Program (VQIP) for fiscal year 2023 will close on May 31 for importers. Find out all the details on the program that you need to know, including eligibility and how to apply here.
