Macadamia

Country
Japan (JP)
Scientific Name
Macadamia spp.
Group
Nuts
End use
Consumption
NPPO Details
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries (MAFF)
Criteria Criteria Required?
Import Permit No
Phytosanitary Certificate Refer below
Additional Declaration/Endorsement No
Protocol Market No
Consignments are to be free from pests, soil, weed seeds and extraneous material.


Shelled macadamias (i.e. macadamia kernels) are permitted into Japan without an accompanying phytosanitary certificate unless the end use is for stockfeed, fertiliser or any other input in agricultural production. 

In-shell macadamia nuts must be accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate.

Kernels which have been highly processed (roasted, etc) may be exported without a phytosanitary certificate and they will not be subject to on-arrival inspection.

Japan's Food Sanitation Law enforced by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) applies for processed kernels. Exporters are responsible for confirming the food safety requirements which apply to their products and ensuring compliance.
NPPO regulations verified on 5 July 2023.
06/07/2023 - Updated general requirements to state shelled macadamias are permitted into Japan without a phytosanitary certificate.
Initial Uploaded: 29/07/2014
Reviewed Uploaded: 16/09/2024