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Food SafetySENASICA

NOM-004-SAG/FITO-2018

Phytosanitary requirements for fresh fruit and vegetable imports

Establishes phytosanitary requirements for importing fresh fruits and vegetables intended for human consumption, to prevent the introduction of quarantine pests into national territory.

Last updated: 2024-03-20

Applicable products

ApplesAvocadosTomatoesCitrus fruitsGrapesBerriesLeafy vegetables

Related tariff chapters

Chapter 7Chapter 8

Requirements

  • International phytosanitary certificate
  • Valid SENASICA import permit
  • Compliance with specific quarantine treatments per product and origin
  • Labeling with traceability information
  • Physical inspection at port of entry

Compliance steps

1

Verify product requirements

Check SENASICA's phytosanitary consultation module for specific requirements based on the product and country of origin.

2

Obtain phytosanitary permit

Get the phytosanitary import permit through VUCEM.

3

Apply required treatments

Perform required quarantine treatments (fumigation, cold treatment, irradiation) as applicable.

4

Complete documentation

Present phytosanitary certificate, permit, invoice, and treatment certificates at customs.

5

Inspection and release

SENASICA inspects the shipment and issues the corresponding determination.

Penalties for non-compliance

Shipment detention and possible destruction, fines up to 75,000 UMA, and temporary suspension of the import permit for the affected product.

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