Draft import health standard for specified animal products for human use
MPI is consulting on a draft import health standard for specified animal products for human use.
- Closing date
- 25 August 2026
- Added to Civics
- 29 June 2026
- Source category
- Public service
- Source body
- Ministry for Primary Industries
- Last checked
- 29 June 2026
Closes in 57 days
Plain-English summary
Ministry for Primary Industries is consulting on a draft import health standard for specified animal products for human use.
The consultation is about the biosecurity rules that apply before these products can be imported into New Zealand. It is most relevant to businesses and advisers that import, supply, manufacture or use animal-derived products.
Why it matters
Import health standards control the biosecurity requirements for animal products entering New Zealand.
Changes can affect whether specified products for human use can be imported, and what evidence, treatment or clearance steps importers must provide.
Who may care
- Importers, manufacturers, distributors and compliance advisers working with animal-derived products for human use
- Health, life-science, cosmetic, pharmaceutical or specialist product businesses that rely on imported animal products
How to make a submission
- Read the draft import health standard and supporting material on MPI's official consultation page.
- Submit feedback through the official consultation page before the closing date.
Disclaimer
Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.