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GH-2 (Jun 19, 2008)
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Eligible/Ineligible Products
- Eligible Product
- Poultry and poultry products.
- Beef and beef products.*
Documentation Requirements
- Certification Requirements
- Obtain FSIS Form 9060-5--Export Certificate of Wholesomeness.
Other Requirements
- Exporters must accompany all poultry shipments to Ghana with the following statements:
- "The poultry originates from farms whose flocks have been found
to be free of PCB's (polychlorinated biphenyls) and dioxins and are in full
compliance with all USDA inspection and nutritional standards."
- "Fat content is ______%"
Note: The statements should be supported by PCB and fat analysis performed in an USDA
certified laboratory. According to the Ministry of Trade and Industry of Ghana, the maximum
fat content standard for poultry is fifteen (15) percent. These statements are not
to be signed by FSIS personnel.
Note: Exporters are cautioned to work closely with Ghanaian importers to assure that the
product meets all requirements as described on the import permit.
Plants Eligible to Export
All Federally inspected establishments are eligible to export to Ghana.
GH-2 (Jun 19, 2008)
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