Those interested in purchasing seeds, plants, bulbs and other plant parts abroad for personal use, through e-commerce platforms (e-commerce), must previously request a Phytosanitary Import Authorization (Afidi) at the National Service for Health and Agri-Food Quality (Senasa).
Reason
The statement indicates that this is because All imported plant products must comply with phytosanitary regulations to prevent the introduction and spread of quarantine pests that can cause severe losses and damage to local production.
Shipping request
Thus, those who make purchases abroad of this type of products through electronic commerce must complete and send the "Afidi application for non-commercial shipments” to email [email protected]. You will receive a response to your query within 72 business hours.
What is Afidi
Afidi reports on phytosanitary import requirements and is the document required for the management of the Phytosanitary Certificate in the country of origin.
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Clarification
It is clear that Phytosanitary requirements are not always established import; in these cases, a check must be made Pest Risk Analysis (ARP) for each plant species and country of origin, in order to establish the aforementioned requirements.
Likewise, if the plant product to be imported is plant, bulb or seed In addition, the corresponding consultation must be carried out with the National Seed Institute (INASE); and in the event that it is considered an exotic species, the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development must be consulted.
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