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Dairy Industry (Imports and Exports) Regulations, 2004 (L.N. No. 103 of 2004).

Country/Territory
Kenya
Document type
Regulation
Date
2004
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 61 of 17 September 2004, pp. 223-233.
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Food quality control/food safety Milk/dairy products International trade Authorization/permit Data collection/reporting
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa
Abstract

No person shall import or export dairy unless that person has obtained a permit issued by the Kenya Dairy Board (reg. 2). A permit shall be obtained for each consignment whether imported or exported. The Board shall before taking a decision on a permit, take into account the interests of other producers and consumers (reg. 6). An import permit shall not be issued unless the applicant obtains a no-objection certificate from the Veterinary Department and an export permit shall not be issued unless the applicant obtains a veterinary approval stating that the milk to be exported is fit and that it meets the health requirements of the importing country. An importer that has met all requirements shall be provided with a clearance certificate by the Board pursuant to regulation 7. Regulation 8 requires an importer to provide the Board, at the Board’s request, with particulars as specified regarding imported dairy produce. Penalties are prescribed. The First Schedule lists fees payable under these Regulations, the Second Schedule contains forms. (10 regulations)

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