Imported food Controls for foodstuff with restrictions

These controls exist to protect public health and may either suspend imports or specify conditions of import.

In most cases, consignments may only be imported through designated entry points, documentary checks must be carried out and sampling and analysis or examination may be required prior to release.

Changes from 1st October 2021

From the 1st October 2021, products subject to safeguard measures originating from third countries cannot be imported from the EU to Great Britain - find out more on GOV.UK.

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