Goods subject to Sanitary and Phytosanitary controls

IPAFFS (CHED) Sanitary & Phytosanitary Products

We handle a large variety of imports which require IPAFFS declarations to Port Health in the UK. These include live animals and shellfish, meat, honey, dairy and composite products.

IPAFFS are required to pre-notify authorities in Great Britain before applicable goods arrive. This allows checks and for certain goods We have accounts with all Port Health authorities and can facilitate payment for any inspections on your behalf.

We have accounts with all Port Health authorities and can facilitate payment for any inspections on your behalf.

Do you need support to ensure your imports are certified as organic?

Organic Goods

We can support your organic imports by liaising with Port Health to have your goods approved and certified on arrival to the UK.

We require a certificate of inspection in order to handle imports of organic products which is obtained from your supplier.

A certificate of inspection is not required for imports from the EU until 1st February 2025.

Need support importing CITES goods?

Import of CITES Goods

We can apply for CITES import permits on your behalf and support the import of these through approved facilities.

These controls apply to any living or dead plant or animal listed under the CITES Convention. A full list is available here https://www.speciesplus.net/

Please note permit applications may take up to 30 days so advance planning of these shipments is essential in order to avoid frustrations. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-cites-permits-and-certificates-to-trade-endangered-species

Import of goods subject to Port Health & Endangered Species Controls

IPAFFS (CHED) Sanitary & Phytosanitary Products

Do you need support to ensure your imports are certified as organic?

Organic Goods

Need support importing CITES goods?

Import of CITES Goods

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