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A summary of requirements for importing food, and how to use the information in this section. If you're new, start here.
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This page tells you about foods recalled overseas, and developing risks. Make sure you check this page frequently.
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The first 8 things an importer needs to do. Includes complying with Standards and familiarising yourself with importing procedures.
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You need to comply with 2 Importer Standards: the Importer Listing Standard, and the General Requirements Standard.
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Ensure you understand the clearance procedures and requirements for food you import into New Zealand.
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Some foods are monitored for specific hazards ('prescribed foods'). Find out the clearance options and procedures for sampling and testing these foods.
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Requirements for importing food from specific countries. Make sure you check this page regularly.
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MPI's monitoring programmes sample and test foods and animal feed for known hazards. This includes imported foods.
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You may need to pay for services provided by MPI, on a cost-recovery basis.
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Includes the list of tariff codes requiring Food Safety Clearance (prescribed foods).
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Documents for importers, customs brokers and agents. Includes manuals, forms, and legislation.
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Important updates for Importing.
