Order No. 496 establishing areas for the exploitation of seaweeds and marketing requirements. Country/Territory Brazil Document type Regulation Date 1974 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries, Food & nutrition Keyword Marine fisheries Aquatic plants International trade Authorization/permit Geographical area Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic Entry into force notes This Order enters into force on the date of publication. Abstract This Order establishes areas for the exploitation of seaweeds and marketing requirements. It consists of 7 articles laying down the requirements for obtaining a permit in order to collect and sell marine seaweeds. Applications for obtaining the aforementioned permit (including detailed information to be given on exploitation areas) must be sent to Sudepe. It also prescribes controls to be carried out by Sudepe services and lays down sanctions to be paid by offenders, in compliance with Decree-Law No. 221 of 28 February 1967. Full text Portuguese References - Legislation Implements Order No. 477 regulating research and exploitation of natural seaweed resources. Legislation | Brazil | 1971 Keyword: Marine fisheries, Aquatic plants, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit, Offences/penalties Source: FAO, FAOLEX