Peru - Export requirements for milk and dairy products

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1. Eligible/ineligible product

1.1 Eligible

It is the responsibility of the exporter to confirm with the importer that the product can be exported and will be covered by the current certificate.

Examples of dairy products that have already been exported to Peru (PE):

  • ice cream (dairy based edible ice)
  • yogurt
  • skim milk powder
  • whey products
  • dairy spreads
  • products consisting of natural milk constituents
  • others (for example: lactose and lactose syrup, milk albumin and buttermilk products)

1.2 Ineligible

No information is known regarding ineligible products.

2. Pre-export approvals by the competent authority of the importing country

2.1 Country

Canada is authorized to export dairy products

2.2 Establishments

No information is known regarding an approved establishment list.

The manufacturing of dairy products must be under the official oversight of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and be licensed under the Safe Food for Canadian Regulations (SFCR).

2.3 Products

No information is known regarding products registration.

2.4 Import permit

An import permit may be required. Exporter should work with the importer to verify this condition.

3. Product specifications

No information is known regarding product specifications. Microbiological requirements and maximum residue limits in Peru may differ from those in Canada. Failure to comply with these standards could result in a shipment being rejected at the border control port.

4. Production controls and inspection requirements

The manufacturer must be aware of the standards and requirements of the importing country. An export control plan must be in place to demonstrate that your products meet the requirements of the importing country.

A pre‑shipment inspection must demonstrate that the products show no signs of adulteration or alteration and that they are in optimal conditions of conservation.

Manufacturer's declaration

Note: Inspectors will verify that the manufacturer's declaration is completed appropriately and reserve the right to request any other information that they think is necessary for the final certification of the product.

Certification requirements

The health certificate TS.PE contains public health requirements.

Animal health attestations

No specific animal health requirements.

Public health attestations

The public health attestation on the health certificate TS.PE are met based on the on Canadian and Peruvian regulations. Note that statement 5 applies only for the unpackaged products (in bulk). It must not be removed from the certificate or crossed out.

Dairy products manufactured in Canada and intended for the Perou market are also subject to pasteurization or any combination of control measures with equivalent level of performance, in accordance with the recommendations of World Organization for Animal Health and/or as indicated in the Codex Alimentarius code of hygienic practice for milk and milk products.

5. Labeling, packaging and marking requirements

It is the exporter's responsibility to meet all labelling, packaging and marking requirements of the importing country.

6. Required documents

Canada has a negotiated certificate with Peru. Request for any additional statements must be confirmed by CFIA's Food Import Export Division (FIED).

The health certificate TS.PE should only be issued for dairy products classified as risk category 2 by the Animal Health Directorate of the Servicio Nacional de Sanidad Agraria (SENASA) of Peru.

For products classified as risk category 1, certification is normally not required. However, due to possible amendments to the list of agricultural products and to the risk level associated with these products, certification may become necessary. The CFIA/ACIA 5813 may be issued. The exporter must therefore work with the importer to verify this requirement and determine, if needed, the appropriate certificate that should accompany the shipment.

Certificate

Health certificate for the export of milk and dairy products from Canada to Peru (TS.PE)

Note

  • The health certificate TS.PE is signed by the CFIA official officer
  • The health certificate is written in 3 languages: Spanish, English and French
  • An annex covering section 16 Product description of the TS.PE certificate can be used if necessary
  • Export certificates cannot be issued for products that have left Canada

7. Other information

Samples (personal or commercial) of dairy products may be subject to the same requirements as a regular shipment. Exporters are strongly advised to verify these requirements with their importer.

A certificate of origin (CO) could be requested during the import control procedure at the border inspection posts. The CO is issued by chambers of commerce.

Exported products transiting through a country may require transit documentation. It is the exporter's responsibility to ensure their shipment will be accompanied by all necessary certificates. Work closely with your importer.

More information on SENASA risk categorization of dairy products can be found in the Resolución Jefatural N.° 0162-2017-MINAGRI-SENASA - Normas y documentos legales - Servicio Nacional de Sanidad Agraria del Perú - Plataforma del Estado Peruano - Listado mercancias agrarias senasa (Spanish only).

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