Decree No. 187 regulating Law No. 6.446 on controls to be carried out on animal semen destined to artificial insemination. Country/Territory Brazil Document type Regulation Date 1991 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Livestock Keyword Animal reproduction Hygiene/sanitary procedures International trade Geographical area Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic Entry into force notes This Decree enters into force on the date of publication. Abstract This Decree regulates Law No. 6.446 on necessary controls to be carried out on animal semen destined to artificial insemination. It consists of 35 articles regulating sanitary inspections on production and trade of animal semen, including import/exports and services involved within the aforementioned sector. Inspections and controls shall be carried out under the Ministry of Agriculture and Agricultural Reform. Sanctions and penalties are established for illegal activity. Full text Portuguese Website www.senado.gov.br References - Legislation Implements Law No. 6.446 on necessary controls to be carried out on semen destined to artificial insemination. Legislation | Brazil | 1977 Keyword: Animal reproduction, Hygiene/sanitary procedures Source: FAO, FAOLEX