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Re-export Certification. Where are we now and where are we going?. Reexport Certification. Where are we now with seed? 7 CFR 353: Regulation for phytosanitary reexport certification based on: Foreign PC and/or other phytosanitary measures; and,
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Re-export Certification Where are we now and where are we going?
Reexport Certification Where are we now with seed? • 7 CFR 353: Regulation for phytosanitary reexport certification based on: Foreign PC and/or other phytosanitary measures; and, Current phytosanitary regulations of importing country • Current policy for certifying seed for re-export w/ FPC-R: • Can meet (i.e. known) destination country requirements based on: Foreign PC; and/or, Other phytosanitary measures in intermediary country; and/or Import Permits • Cannot meet (i.e., don’t know) destination country requirements; Alternatives? Other phytosanitary measures in intermediary country (e.g., Inspection); and/or Import Permits; and/or Bilateral arrangements
Re-export Certification What are the current influences? • WTO, IPPC (ISPM’s) • Changes to foreign countries’ plant health import regulations • Increased trade opportunities What do trading partners expect? • Adherance to ISPM’s, Regulations • Cooperation, Communication
Re-export Certification What are we working towards? • Reexamine 7 CFR 353 • Amend reexport certification policy • Harmonize documents, requirements, flow • Get the word out