SPS Module 2 Logo. SPS Module 2 Logo.
SPS Online.
Principles of the SPS Agreement.
APHIS and the General Approval Process.
Overview.
PPQ, VS and IS.
Other Agencies.
Plants and Plant Products.
Request to Export or Import.
Enterable Commodities.
Denial and Risk Assessment Determination.
Risk Assessment.
Entry with Inspection.
Mitigating Risk.
The Rulemaking Process.
Animals and Animal Products.
Regionalization.
Regionalization Request.
Regionalization Approval.
Risk Classification and Management.
Argentine Beef Example.
Conclusion.
Handouts.
Rulemaking Process.
Request Requirements.
Approval Process.

Conclusion

Congratulations!


You have now completed Module 2:

You should now be able to:
  1. Describe the general approval process for the importation into the United States of plants, animals, and plant and animal products,
  2. Explain how this process complies with international Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreements for plant and animal health, and
  3. Identify the inquiry points within the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) for SPS related questions.

You may now return to the beginning of Module 2 to review, or continue with Module 3.