This week heat-treated meat and poultry products were added to the ineligible products list for South Africa. Exporters who have shipped products to South Africa under the 9440-5 form, or who have questions on this issue, may email Cheyenne McEndaffer or call 303-623-6328.

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is working on a revised certificate for heat-treated products, and USMEF will provide updates as more information becomes available.