Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: A53: Fumigation
Date when the measure came into force: 17 August 2009
Publication where the measure is specified: Decreto n.° 26/2009, de 17 de Agosto
Regulation where the measure is specified: Regulation on Animal Health
Country/Region applying the measure: Mozambique
The rationale of the measure: a) Protect public health
b) Protect the domestic and export animal markets, animal products and others who may be affected directly or indirectly by animal diseases
c) Act as a framework to carry out epidemiological surveillance, eradication and control of major diseases which can impact the economy and public health
d) Form the basis for compensation for losses caused by animal disease
e) Form the basis for compliance with the animal welfare conditions
Coded list of objectives: A: Protection of human life and health and B: Protection of life and health of animals
Description of the measure: Aircraft from regions where diseases transmitted by insects exists, should undergo on disinfection, soon after its arrival in the country and before the passengers and cargo exit the aircraft, unless this operation has been carried out prior to departure or during the flight
Reference of the measure: Article 28
Measure also domestic: Yes

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