INTERNATIONAL ESTABLISHMENTS
In Order to export animal products to Brazil, a prior recognition of equivalence between sanitary inspection services is necessary. These procedures are described in Decree 183/1998 and Resolution 01/1999.

NOTE: To query specific legislation mentioned here, please visit the link bellow, filling out only the document number the year and checking the Normative Act of interest correspondent box.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE: 
All imported goods (animal products) are re-inspected by DIPOA under the health and industrial aspects before being released to the domestic consumer. So, samples are collected for laboratory tests as necessary.

WHEN THE COUNTRY IS ALREADY RECOGNIZED AS EQUIVALENT BY BRAZIL
When the country already exports the product to Brazil, it is only necessary an indication by the competent authority. In this document, the foreign authority must inform that the establishment caters to Brazilian law and is able to perform the export product to Brazil.

This statement should be sent in Portuguese to the country embassy or directly to the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply (for International Relations Secretariat - SRI or delivered in MAPA´s Protocol). In both cases a protocol number shall be requested for tracking the document (ex. 70.000.000/year-00).

To be able to export products to Brazil, the establishment must apply labels for registration in the competent divisions, according to guidelines given by Circular DIPOA/SDA No. 42/2010, also available in SISLEGIS. 

FOREIGN INDUSTRIES CREDITED TO EXPORT TO BRAZIL

Import Health Requirements

Health requirements vary with each species and imported product. Temporarily or permanently, these requirements can be established by means of decrees, regulations or regulatory instructions. It is necessary to consult the MAPA before any import.

Certifications
Products of animal origin must be accompanied by the International Health Certificate (CSI), signed by an official veterinarian. The CSI ensures the identification of the goods, as well as the guarantees for public and animal health.

VIGIAGRO procedures to cargo clearance
http://www.agricultura.gov.br/animal/importacao/pre-requisitos

Specific animal health requirements