What is a pest-free area?
An area that meets the requirements in Title 7, Code of Federal Regulations (7 CFR) 319.56-5 for a “pest-free area” You may access the electronic CFR at http://ecfr.gpoaccess.gov/cgi/t/text/text-idx?c=ecfr&tpl=%2Findex.tpl If a fruit or vegetable from a particular country is not listed, what should I do to obtain approval to export to the United States ? The National Plant Protection Organization of the country of export must submit information to APHIS in accordance with 7 CFR 319.5. This section of the 7 CFR can be accessed electronically at http://ecfr.gpoaccess.gov/cgi/t/text/text-idx?c=ecfr&tpl=%2Findex.tpl Treatment What does the T mean in reference to entries such as “T101” or “T402”? The “T” stands for treatment. How do I know if the port I want to import in has an approved treatment facility? A list of approved treatment facilities is available for public viewing. They are separated by region and include facilities that are used for the treatment of importer commodities. http:
