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Responsibilities

Who is responsible for ISPM 15 compliance before export?

By PalletChecker · AI-assisted, source-linked guidance

Reviewed 2026-10-03 · verified guidance

Applies to: GB export guidance; importing authority decisions

APHA's September 2026 guidance places pre-export WPM compliance responsibility on the exporter. A freight agent or supplier can assist; official veterinary certification does not substitute for the WPM checks.

What to check next

• Agree evidence and checking responsibilities before loading.

Sources

• APHA OVS note 2026/44, updated 30 September 2026

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