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Although Japan's market is currently closed to imports of
U.S. beef, USDA is optimistic that certification of beef products will resume within the
next few weeks. It is important for inspectors certifying product destined for Japan to check
the country requirements carefully when the market re-opens.
Exporters also need to be vigilant in assuring that all products on the export application are
eligible for export to Japan and that no ineligible product is included int he shipment, even
inadvertently.
The country requirements are very specific regarding certification of product and include not
only a copy of the letterhead certificate required, but also instructions on how to complete
FSIS Form 9060-6, Export Application; FSIS Form 9060-5, Meat and Poultry Export
Certificate of Wholesomeness; and FSIS Form 9290-1, Certificate for Export to Japan.
If you have any questions regarding certification of product to Japan, please call FSIS' Office of
International Affairs at (202) 720-3473.
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