The Canadian standard dairy health certificate has been accepted by Israel (IS).
1. Eligible/ineligible product
Eligible
- All dairy products. However, since dairy products are considered sensitive foods, its is recommended to work closely with your importer. See 2 below
Ineligible
- Information not available
2. Pre-export approvals by competent authority of importing country
There is no pre–export approval for the establishments. However, since the dairy products are considered sensitive foods, an import permit may be required. The information below (the list is non–exhaustive) may be requested by the foreign competent authority (FCA).
- Manufacturer's declaration regarding the production process
- List of ingredients, including additives
- Product label
- Certificates of analysis for chemical and microbiological tests
It is recommended that the manufacturer/exporter works closely with importer.
3. Production controls and inspection requirements
The inspector must verify during a preventive control inspection that the establishment is aware of the dairy standards and requirements of Israel and has a specific export procedure in place.
4. Labelling, packaging and marking requirements
It is the exporter's responsibility to meet all the requirements for labelling, packaging and marking requirements as per the importing country.
5. Export documents available upon request
Certificate
- Health certificate for the export of dairy products and dairy based products for human consumption. (CFIA/ACIA 5813)
6. Additional information
Samples (personal or commercial) of dairy products may be subject to the same requirements as a regular shipment. It is strongly recommended that the exporter verify these requirements with his importer.
Exported dairy products transiting through a country may require transit documentation. It is the responsibility of the exporter to ensure that the shipment will be accompanied by all the necessary certificates. Please work closely with your importer.