27 March 2023
Purpose
This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise stakeholders that on 3 April 2023 we are changing the process for issuing non-GMO certificates for grain and horticulture consignments to Republic of Korea and Bangladesh.
Summary of changes and key points
- On 3 April 2023, the Certificate as to Condition (Grain - GX46/Horticulture - HX46) - attesting to non-GMO status, replaced the current Declaration and Certificate as to Condition (EX188) for grain and horticulture consignments to Republic of Korea and Bangladesh.
- The manual EX188 will no longer be issued for grain and horticulture consignments to Republic of Korea and Bangladesh.
- The Certificate as to Condition (Grain - GX46/Horticulture - HX46) will be issued as an extra certificate from EXDOC, on security paper, saving exporters time and money.
- Authorisation of the Request For Permit (RFP) can be requested by emailing Assessment Services Exports.
- Micor Plants cases will be updated to reflect the updated certification requirements.
Background
Previously, the EX188 is being issued for grain and horticulture consignments to Republic of Korea and Bangladesh attesting to non-GMO status. Exporters are required to print the certificate template from our website and populate before sending to Assessment Services Exports for authorisation. Issuing manual certificates is inefficient and more costly for exporters.
As part of our commitment to continuous improvement we have been looking for ways to reduce the number of manual certificates required for plant exports. We are working with trading partners to transition existing arrangements to the new and improved certificate templates.
Exporter responsibilities
Prior to 3 April 2023 exporters should access Micor Plants and familiarise themselves with updated certification requirements for grain and horticulture consignments to Republic of Korea and Bangladesh.
Contact information
If you have any questions regarding this IAN please email the EXDOC Plant Programs.
Rossana Carr
Acting Assistant Secretary
Plant Export Operations Branch