International trade: Customer Information Notes - APE08/111
This Customer Information note (CIN) was issued by the International Animal Health Service Delivery Unit (IAHSDU) of Animal Health (AH). Therefore Defra cannot advise on its content. Please contact IAHSDU for further information.
Export of meat/viscera/sausages derived from pigs to Japan
1. Revised export certification is now available for the export of meat/viscera/sausages derived from pigs to Japan (1292EHC).
2. Exporters should be aware that only meat, viscera or sausages derived from pigs slaughtered on or after 23rd May 2008 can be exported from the United Kingdom to Japan. In the case of imported pigs or products of porcine origin, these must have been imported on or after 23rd May 2008.
3. Should exporters require a specimen copy of the export health certificate and the notes for guidance or other associated documents, they should contact their local Animal Health Office:Further Enquiries
4. This and further CINs will be posted on the Defra website at the following address:
http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/int-trde/cins/index.htm
5. Exporters with any further enquiries concerning the subject matter of this CIN should contact their local Animal Health Office
Issued by: International Animal Health Service Dellivery Unit
Export Section
Tel (01522) 563132
email Lincoln.iahsdu@animalhealth.gsi.gov.uk
Page published: 2 July, 2008