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Fisheries Administrative Order No. 195 S. 1999 establishing Rules and Regulations Governing Importation of Fresh/Chilled/Frozen and Fishery Aquatic Products.

Country/Territory
Philippines
Document type
Regulation
Date
1999
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Food & nutrition, Fisheries
Keyword
Fish products Fishery management and conservation Internal trade International trade Food security Food quality control/food safety Processing/handling Hygiene/sanitary procedures
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, North Pacific, South-Eastern Asia
Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force on 25 October 1999.
Abstract

This Fisheries Administrative Order, consisting of 15 sections, establishes Rules and Regulations Governing Importation of Fresh/Chilled/Frozen and Fishery Aquatic Products. In line with the government’s intent of adopting a flexible policy towards the attainment of food security; in response to the emerging trends in the trade of fish and other aquatic products in domestic and international markets; in recognition of the need to ensure food safety on imported fish and fishery/aquatic products; and pursuant to Section 61 [c] and [d], Sections 62, 67, and 100 of Republic Act 8550, otherwise known as the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998. The importation of fresh/chilled/frozen fish and fishery/aquatic products shall be allowed when certified as necessary by the Secretary in order to achieve food security taking into consideration public welfare and safety, in consultation with the NFARMC; Provided, that the importation of fresh/chilled/frozen fish and fishery/aquatic products for canning and processing purposes including importation undertaken by institutional buyers does not require such certification; Provided, further, That all importation satisfies the Permit to Import and Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) requirements as provided under Section 67 of Republic Act No. 8550.

Full text
English
Website
www.bfar.da.gov.ph

References - Legislation

Implements

Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998 (Republic Act No. 8550).

Legislation | Philippines | 1998

Keyword: Framework law, Institution, Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Inland fisheries, Policy/planning, Foreign fishing, Artisanal fishing, Coastal zone management, Fishing area, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Youth, Fishing authorization, Social protection, Gender, Fish disease, Animal health, Authorization/permit, Aquatic animals, Aquatic plants, Endangered species, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX