Suspension de l'importation des oiseaux autres que la volaille et ovoproduits à partir du Danemark (Import suspension of birds other than poultry and egg products from Denmark)

Emergency notifications (SPS) 2023-07-21
G/SPS/N/MAR/100

Description

The notified document states that, following the occurrence of cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza affecting poultry in Denmark, imports of birds other than poultry and egg products are suspended until the country's disease-free status has been re-established. The ban does not apply to egg products that have been heat-treated to destroy the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus, in accordance with WOAH recommendations. Upon importation, these products must be accompanied by a sanitary certificate and a certificate issued by the competent Danish health authorities confirming that they have been heat-treated.

Keywords

Human health; Animal health; Food safety; Animal diseases; Avian Influenza; Zoonoses; Pest- or Disease- free Regions / Regionalization