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Act No. 54 on the importation of animals.

Country/Territory
Iceland
Document type
Legislation
Date
1990 (2021)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Livestock, Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Aquaculture Molluscs Crustaceans Diadromous fish Aquatic animals International trade Genetic resources Quarantine Animal reproduction Animal health Pests/diseases Cattle Poultry Swine Data collection/reporting Authorization/permit Trade in species Protection of species
Geographical area
Arctic, Atlantic Ocean Islands, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

The present Act prohibits the importation into Iceland of animals of any kind, domestic or wild, as well as their genetic material. Exceptions are provided for the importation of live fish, crustaceans or molluscs coming from a farm, at any development stage, including eggs and gametes, and including animals from the wild intended for a farm. When importation is permitted, it shall comply with the requirements of this Act and be accompanied by an official authorization. Moreover, quarantine and isolation stations shall be operated to serve the needs of importation of animals and genetic material.

Full text
Icelandic/English
Website
www.althingi.is; www.government.is

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Regulation No. 30 on the control of residues in animal products.

Legislation | Iceland | 2012

Keyword: Meat, Fish products, Residues, Food quality control/food safety, Food additives, Hormones/steroids, Inspection, Risk assessment/management, Public health, Processing/handling, Enforcement/compliance, Traceability/product tracing, International trade, Animal production, Drugs, Animal health, Animal feed/feedstuffs

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Act No. 60 amending various acts regarding public oversight of the Food Administration (harmonization of fee provisions).

Legislation | Iceland | 2023

Keyword: Royalties/fees, Enforcement/compliance, Institution, Governance, Inspection

Source: FAO, FAOLEX