Bringing in Pet Food and Feed for Non-Producing Animals

Pet Food Import Singapore Rules

Bringing in Pet Food and Feed for Non-Producing Animals

Importing pet food and feed into Singapore involves specific regulations, primarily overseen by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) under the National Parks Board. Here's a breakdown of key points:

Key Regulatory Points:

Cargo Clearance Permit (CCP):
- A CCP is generally required for importing pet food and feed. This serves as an AVS-issued import permit.
- Applications for CCPs are typically made through TradeNet.
Meat Content:
- Regulations are stricter for pet food and feed containing meat or meat products.
- These items may only be imported from AVS-approved sources.
- There are different guidelines for approved countries (e.g., Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, USA) and non-approved countries.
- If the pet food does not contain meat, the regulations are less strict.
Documentation:
- Required documentation may include:
  - Health certificates.
  - Manufacturer's declarations.
  - Ingredient lists.
  - Invoices.
  - Bills of lading or airway bills.
Prohibited Items:
- The importation of feed containing cannabis and its derivatives is prohibited.
CITES Regulations:
- Singapore adheres to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Therefore, any pet food or feed containing CITES-regulated animal products is subject to specific permit requirements.
Recent Updates:
- A one-year pilot trial for the self-declaration of pre-import approval for heat-treated pet food manufactured in Germany and Austria will commence effective from 17 Feb 2025.

Where to Find Detailed Information:

For information, refer to the official AVS website:
- National Parks Board (NParks) AVS: This is the primary source for regulations and guidelines.

Key Websites:

Bringing in pet food, livestock feed and aquaculture feed:
- https://www.nparks.gov.sg/avs/pets/bringing-animals-into-singapore-and-exporting/animal-feed/bringing-in-pet-food,-livestock-feed-and-aquaculture-feed
Singapore Food Agency (SFA) Website.
- https://www.sfa.gov.sg/

How Bestar can Help

Bringing in Pet Food and Feed for Non-Producing Animals

Bestar can offer assistance in navigating the complexities of importing pet food and animal feed into Singapore. Here's how we can help:

Key Areas of Assistance:

UEN Registration:
- If a business lacks a Unique Entity Number (UEN), Bestar assists with the registration process, which is often a prerequisite for import activities.
Guidance on Documentation:
- The import process involves various documents, including health certificates, manufacturer declarations, and ingredient lists. Bestar could provide guidance on:
  - Identifying the necessary documents.
  - Ensuring the documents meet the required format.
TradeNet Assistance:
- Applying for a Cargo Clearance Permit (CCP) is done through TradeNet. If a business is unfamiliar with TradeNet or lacks an account, Bestar connects them with declaring agents.
Navigating Regulatory Requirements:
- Singapore's regulations for importing animal feed can be complex. Bestar could help businesses understand and comply with the specific requirements set by the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) and the Singapore Food Agency (SFA).
Licensing and Corporate Secretarial services:
- Bestar provides licensing and corporate secretarial services. Which can be very useful for companies that are wishing to import goods into Singapore.