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Import
Regulations for Herbs&Spices
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United
States of America
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A. Import
Permit
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Description :
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All
restricted plants must be accompanied by an import permit.
An exception is for imported plants in a form of foodstuff,
medical researches, and industrial purposes. |
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Contact
Office :
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Permit Unit, Plant Protection and Quarantine Programs,
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, USDA |
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Note :
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Contact
USDA for the import permit at least 30 days before the
estimated time of arrival (ETA). |
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B. Phytosanitary
Certificate
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Description :
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1)
The phytosanitary certificate applies to plants, roots,
beats, seeds, grains, fruit, nuts, and vegetables. |
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A postal delivery of any agricultural products requires
that either the original or a copy of the original phytosanitary
certificate be attached on each postal package. |
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For a containerized shipment, only one phytosanitary certificate
is necessary. |
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The goods must be exported within 15 days, from the issue
date of the certificate. |
| 5)
A post-entry quarantine is required only to the imported
plants intended for further cultivation in the USA. |
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