Order No. 230 of the Ministry of Agriculture validating the Procedure for canceling a quarantine certificate.

This Order establishes the procedural guidelines for the cancellation of quarantine certificates related to plant quarantine, as authorized by federal legislation and regulations. Its primary focus is establishing a formal process for applying, verifying, and executing the revocation of quarantine certificates, which are integral to phytosanitary control and compliance within the broader legal framework of plant quarantine regulations. The policy aims to regulate the circumstances under which a quarantine certificate can be annulled, ensuring adherence to legal standards and facilitating effective phytosanitary management. Key measures include the submission of annulment applications by authorized individuals or entities via the federal public information system, specifically through the Certificate System operated by the Federal Veterinary and Phytosanitary Portal. Applications must be signed electronically and contain specific applicant data, with automatic registration and verification processes in place. Grounds for cancellation are explicitly defined, such as exceeding allowable deadlines for quarantine removal or refusal to accept sub-carantine products. The system performs automatic checks for data consistency, issuing notifications of approval or refusal accordingly. The procedure also stipulates automatic revocation of the quarantine certificate in the system after certain conditions are met, such as the expiry of the export period or exceeding specified timeframes. Implementation involves automated registration, verification, and notification mechanisms within the Certificate System, with clear timelines—such as a 40-day period post-expiry for automatic cancellation. Responsibilities are distributed among applicants, the Certification Scheme, and the system's automated processes, emphasizing procedural clarity and compliance. The document underscores the importance of electronic signatures, automated data verification, and systematic notifications, ensuring a structured approach to quarantine certificate cancellation aligned with legal and regulatory standards.