Costa Rica - Certification Requirements

Last update: May 02, 2011

Acts and Regulations

Processed fishery products are subject to specific labelling and marking requirements.

Labelling:

All labels must indicate the following in Spanish:

• name of product
• grade or quality
• composition
• net weight or volume, in metric units

Registration of labels may be required prior to exportation to Costa Rica.

Tolerances and Guidelines

None specified.

Certification Requirements

May require a pre-approval letter.

Certificate of Origin and Hygiene (CFIA/ACIA 5003 (2002/05)).