Seafood Export Checklist
This printable seafood export checklist helps fish farmers, pond owners and managers prepare seafood for export. Tick each item as you go. Keep finished copies with your farm records for easy reference later.
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What is on this checklist
- Identify target country
- Check importer requirements
- Check FDA and agency paperwork
- Check labeling rules
- Plan packaging and cold chain
- Arrange a broker or shipper
- Collect export documents
- Keep copies of records
How to use this checklist
Fill in the farm, date and your name, then walk the job with the sheet in hand. A habit of five minutes on this list tends to catch small problems early.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with FDA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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