Philippines: SPSIC Validity Periods and Key Conditions

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   RP2022-0038

This report contains a table comparing the various validity periods and key conditions applicable to SPS Import Clearances (SPSIC) relevant to plant, animal, and fishery products under the oversight of the Philippines Department of Agriculture. For all SPSICs, the Department of Agriculture requires they must be issued prior to loading at the point of origin and does not allow their use to facilitate multiple shipments.

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