Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification

A82: Testing requirement 

Date when the measure came into force

02 January 2009 

Publication where the measure is specified

LEGAL NOTICE NO : .................... THE PLANT PROTECTION ACT (Cap. 324) THE PLANT PROTECTION (IMPORTATION OF PLANTS, PLANT PRODUCTS AND REGULATED ARTICLES) RULES, 2009 

Regulation where the measure is specified

The Plant Protection (Importation of Plants, Plant Products and Regulated Articles) Regulations, 2009. 

Country/Region applying the measure

Kenya 

Coded list of objectives

C: Protection of life and health of plants 

Description of the measure

8. Based on the import requirements and the nature of the imported material, an inspector shall inspect the consignment and may
(a) take samples for laboratory tests; and
(b) undertake follow up inspection during active growth stages.

11. (1) Where risks associated with importation of a plant, plant product or regulated article are unknown, the National Plant Protection Organization shall undertake a pest risk analysis prior to allowing importation.
(2) The National Plant Protection Organization shall request for Pest Risk Analysis information from the National Plant Protection Organization of the exporting country.
(3) It shall be the responsibility of the National Plant Protection Organization of the exporting country to provide the pest risk analysis information. 

Reference of the measure

Section 8; section 11 

Measure also domestic

No 

Products affected by the measure.

Description

Plants and plant products 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.