Blueberries
Country
Japan (JP)
Scientific Name
Vaccinium spp.
Group
Fruit
End use
Fresh
NPPO Details
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries (MAFF)
Relevant Web Addresses
| Criteria | Criteria Required? |
|---|---|
| Import Permit | No |
| Phytosanitary Certificate | Yes |
| Additional Declaration/Endorsement | Yes |
| Protocol Market | No |
All blueberries for export to Japan must be grown, packed and inspected in Tasmania only. Blueberries from all other states and territories of Australia are prohibited for entry into Japan.
Blueberries must not be transported across other states and territories unless secured against pests using one of the following methods:
- Fruit packed directly into plastic or perforated liner bags (long-life bags) which are sealed inside cartons with no openings or vents; or
- Individual cartons must have all holes screened with mesh or gauze with maximum openings not exceeding 1.6mm; or
- Entire pallets must be wrapped with mesh or gauze with maximum openings not exceeding 1.6mm; or
- If mesh or gauze is not used, entire pallets must be wrapped securely in polythene (shrink wrap).
Option 1 (EXDOC Endorsement 1422)
1) The produce/product has been grown and packed in Tasmania.
1) The produce/product has been grown and packed in Tasmania.
NPPO regulations verified 31 May 2012
04/03/2022 - Updated general requirements following advice from NPPO.
Initial Uploaded: 29/07/2014
Reviewed Uploaded: 16/09/2024