Order No. 1140 on international transport of perishable foodstuff.

Subject

Food & nutrition

Keyword

Transport/storage Hygiene/sanitary procedures Food quality control/food safety Certification Inspection Standards Packaging/labelling International trade

Geographical area

Europe, European Union Countries, Northern Europe

Entry into force notes

2 October 2013.

Abstract

The Order applies to the commercial road and railroad transport of food (listed under articles 17-18) which must occur in approved and labeled vehicles (in adherence to Chapter 2) and by equipment for road transport carrying a certificate of approval (ATP). The appendices of this document give detailed criteria norm for approval, methods and definition of foodstuff transport. Vehicles transporting food must consist of corrosion-resistant materials, which do not absorb liquid and that do not affe

Full text

Danish

Website

www.retsinformation.dk

References - Legislation

Implements

Food Act (No. 250 of 2013).

Legislation | Denmark | 2011 (2013)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Food quality control/food safety, Nutrition, Transport/storage, Packaging/labelling, Processing/handling, Codex Alimentarius, Inspection, International agreement-implementation, International trade

Source: FAO, FAOLEX