SERVICES - CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
Global Container Services has been dealing with food imports for over 20 years, and our team of experienced staff are well trained to handle all types of animal and plant health products which need additional Port Health declarations.
We specialise in the following product groups:
- Food ingredients
- Fresh & frozen vegetables and fruit.
- Any goods containing products of animal origin.
Any business importing qualified goods into the UK from both EU and non-EU countries must pre-notify DEFRA via the IPAFFS system of the impending arrival. The IPAFFS system is designed to streamline the import process and helps businesses comply with food safety standards and ensure that products to not pose a risk to public health. Common types of goods that are subject to additional Port Health checks include:
- Live animals
- Meat and poultry
- Seafood
- Dairy products
- Animal by-products
- High risk food and feed not of animal origin.
- Processed foods.
- Medium and high-risk plants and plant products
If you require help and assistance with your current imports or are new to importing, please contact us for an expert service.
