Application for Issue of Phytosanitory Certificate for Re-export of agriculture commodity

What is Application for Issue of Phytosanitory Certificate for Re-export of agriculture commodity

This certification is required by any person or entity desiring to re-export any agricultural commodity (a quantity of seeds, plants and plant products or any regulated article consigned from one party to other at any one-time shipment) where such commodity is being re-exported under the Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order, 2003.

Phytosanitary certificate is defined as a certificate issued in the model format prescribed under the International Plant Protection Convention of the Food & Agricultural Organization, issued by an authorized officer at the country of origin of consignment or re-export. Export, for the purposes of this approval is defined as an act of sending any agriculture commodity from a place inside India either by sea, land, air or across any customs frontier into any part of another country.

Who Can Apply for this application?

Individual exporters re-exporting agricultural commodities
Importers engaged in re-export of agricultural goods
Traders dealing in seeds, plants, and plant products
Companies involved in international trade of agricultural commodities
Authorized agents or representatives handling re-export consignments
Any person or entity re-exporting regulated articles under the Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order, 2003

Documents Required for this Application

Act and Rules

The Destructive Insects and Pests Act, 1914

Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import to India)Order, 2003

Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) - 147

Role of Shamkris and Process of Application for Issue of Phytosanitory Certificate for Re-export of agriculture commodity

Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to ensuring compliance with the mandatory requirements for obtaining the Application. With a simple and guided methodology, Shamkris helps organizations achieve the necessary application in a timely and cost-effective manner. Shamkris offers 100% support in advisory, guidance, and compliance, ensuring smooth processing for obtaining the application.

The Application acquisition process described below:

Advisory for the document required

Preparation of documents as per application & list of documents.

Certificate File

Inspection by the department if required

Certificate department

Certificate issued

Yearly Compliance if Applicable

Renewal when due

Who can issue the Application for Issue of Phytosanitory Certificate for Re-export of agriculture commodity

FAQ

1. What is a Phytosanitary Certificate for re-export?

A Phytosanitary Certificate for re-export is an official document issued to certify that agricultural commodities being re-exported comply with the phytosanitary requirements of the importing country, as per the Plant Quarantine regulations.

2. Who issues the Phytosanitary Certificate?

The certificate is issued by an authorized Plant Quarantine Officer under the Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order, 2003, in the prescribed IPPC format.

3. When is a Phytosanitary Certificate required for re-export?

It is required when agricultural commodities such as seeds, plants, plant products, or other regulated articles are imported into India and subsequently re-exported to another country.

4. Which commodities require this certificate?

Seeds, plants, plant products, and any other regulated agricultural articles notified under Plant Quarantine regulations require a Phytosanitary Certificate for re-export.

5. Is this certificate mandatory for all re-export consignments?

Yes, the certificate is mandatory if the importing country requires phytosanitary compliance and the consignment falls under regulated agricultural commodities.

6. What regulations govern this certificate?

The certification is governed by the Plant Quarantine (Regulation of Import into India) Order, 2003 and aligned with the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) guidelines.

7. How long is the Phytosanitary Certificate valid?

The validity depends on the importing country’s requirements and the nature of the commodity, but it is generally valid for a single shipment.

8. Can an agent apply on behalf of the exporter?

Yes, an authorized agent or representative can apply on behalf of the exporter, subject to proper authorization.