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Decree to prohibit, until further notice, the importation of peanuts originating or sent from Egypt (No. 686 of 1999).

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
1999
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Food quality control/food safety Hygiene/sanitary procedures International trade Authorization/permit Fruits/edible nuts
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
This Decree will enter into force immediately and remains in force until further notice.
Abstract

This Order, made by the State Food Control Agency, prohibits the importation of whole peanuts with or without hull and roasted peanuts originating or exported from Egypt. Importation and/or marketing of such nuts is allowed only if the shipment has been cleaned or if it is clearly indicated on the packing that the shipment must be cleaned in order to be fit for human consumption.

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Act No. 3 of 1933 relative to the control of food, etc.

Legislation | Norway | 1933 (2000)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Food quality control/food safety, Processing/handling, Inspection, Potable water

Source: FAO, FAOLEX