Trade Notice No: APEDA/PPP/Q/2015 Dated 12.03.

2015

PROCEDURES FOR
EXPORT OF
PEANUTS AND
PEANUT PRODUCTS

Agricultural and Processed Food Products

Export Development Authority
rd
3 Floor, NCUI Building, 3 Siri Institutional Area,
August Kranti Marg, Hauz Khas, New Delhi 110 016
Tel: 26534175, Fax: 26519259 E-mail: dprasad@apeda.gov.in

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Trade Notice No: Apeda/PPP/Q/2015 Date: 12.03.2015

PROCEDURES FOR EXPORT OF PEANUTS AND PEANUT PRODUCTS
Background
Compliance with the maximum permissible levels (MLs) of aflatoxins, quarantine
requirements and quality parameters are major concern of the importing countries during recent
past. Therefore, it is essential to monitor the above requirements for exports of peanuts and peanut
products. The Government of India, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department of Commerce
vide Notification No. 28 (RE-2012)/2009-2014 dated 3rd January, 2013 issued under the Section 5
of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992 as published in the Gazette of India
conferred powers to APEDA permitting export of groundnuts (peanuts) subject to registration with
APEDA along with controlled aflatoxin level certificate issued by APEDA recognized laboratories.
Subsequently, Ministry of Commerce & Industries advised APEDA vide letter No. 11/1/2013-EP
(Agri.IV) dated 4.3.2015 to issue necessary orders for export of groundnuts (peanuts). To ensure
compliances with the above, with immediate effect, the following procedures shall be followed for
exports of peanuts and peanut products:
1.

2.

Objectives

Scope

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1.1

To ensure compliance with MLs of aflatoxins, compliance with

quarantine requirements and quality parameters of importing
countries pertaining to Peanuts and Peanut Products, hereinafter
called (PPP) in this document.

1.2

To establish a system of appropriate marking/labeling in each

bag/ package/lot/pallet of PPP for exports.

1.3

To ensure that PPP exported from India do not test for MLs of
aflatoxin, quarantine requirements and quality parameters in
excess of the prescribed requirements of importing countries.

1.4

To facilitate web-based electronic monitoring through Peanut.Net

with the objective of tracing and tracking, product recall, single
window clearance and reducing paper work.

2.1

All processors and exporters of PPP including merchantexporters intending to export, PPP registered processing units,
integrated peanut processing units, peanut shelling units, peanut
grading units, peanut shelling-cum-grading units, peanuts
godowns/storage warehouses, authorized laboratories for drawls
of samples & analysis of aflatoxins in PPP, National Referral
Laboratory, health & quality certificate issuing organizations,
PSC issuing organizations, NPPO, fumigation certificate issuing
agencies shall get covered under this document.

2.2

This procedure shall apply to export of PPP to all countries. The

exporters shall comply with permissible MLs as well any other
food safety, quality and quarantine requirements of importing
countries.

2.3

For issue of Health Certificate for exports of PPP to EU in

accordance with Commission Regulation (EU) No. 884/2014

dated 13.08.2014, format of Health Certificate is given in

Appendix-A. The EU countries includes, Austria, Belgium,
Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy,
Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United
Kingdom as well as countries following EU food safety norms.
2.4

For exports of PPP to Malaysia, format of Health Certificate is

given in Appendix-B.

2.5

For exports of PPP to Russian Federation, format of Certificate of

Quality is given in Appendix-C.

2.6

The following categories of peanut and peanut products for

exports shall be covered under this procedure:

2.7

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(i)

Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof,

intended for direct human consumption or as an
ingredient in foodstuffs, with the exception of crude
vegetable oils destined for refining and refined vegetable
oils for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in
g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture
content of 7%)

(ii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other

physical treatment or further processing, before human
consumption or use as an ingredient in foodstuffs with the
exception of groundnuts (peanuts) for crushing for refined
vegetable oil production for exports to EU (maximum
levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)

(iii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) as bird feed for exports to EU

(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a
product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(iv)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan & Korea

(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a
product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(v)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than

the above (maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related
to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

The exporters shall label/mark and declare intended use of the

products as per above categories.

2.8

Following Tariff items HS codes and description pertaining to

PPP shall cover under the scope of this document:
Tariff Item Item description
HS Code
12021000 Groundnuts (peanuts) and their products including
in-shell
12021010 Groundnuts (of seed Quality)
12021019 Groundnuts (Other)
12021091 Groundnuts (Other of Seed Quality)
12021099 Groundnuts (Other)
12022010 Groundnuts (Kernels, HPS)
12022090 Groundnuts (Other)
20081100 Groundnuts, otherwise prepared or preserved,
whether or not mixed together and whether or not
containing added sugar or other sweetening
matter or spirit, not elsewhere specified or
included.

3.

Criteria for
recognition of PPP
processing units,
integrated
processing units,
shelling units,
grading units,
shelling-cumgrading units,
godowns/ storage

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3.1

All PPP processing units, integrated peanut processing units,

peanut shelling units, peanut grading units, peanut shelling-cumgrading units, peanuts godowns/storage including those intending
to export these products in any form for direct human
consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs or further
processing intending to export directly or supply to exporter shall
submit their applications to APEDA.

3.2

All exporters of PPP processing units, integrated peanut

processing units, peanut shelling units, peanut grading units,
peanut shelling-cum-grading units, peanuts godowns/storage shall
be registered by APEDA as per the laid down criteria by it. All
categories of PPP shall be allowed for exports only from APEDA
registered facilities.

3.3

All PPP processing units, integrated peanut processing units,

peanut shelling units, peanut grading units, peanut shelling-cumgrading units, peanuts godowns/storage including those intending
to export PPP in any form for direct human consumption or as an
ingredient in foodstuffs or further processing intending to export
directly or supply to exporter shall ensure that all peanut farmers
are made aware of the recommended practices based on Good
Agriculture Practices as described in Code of Practice for
prevention & reduction of aflatoxin contamination in peanuts
CAC/RCP 55-2004.

3.4

All PPP processing units, integrated peanut processing units,

peanut shelling units, peanut grading units, peanut shelling-cumgrading units, peanuts godowns/storage including those intending
to export PPP in any form for direct human consumption or as an

ingredient in foodstuffs or further processing intending to export

directly or supply to exporter shall ensure that the official controls
at peanut processing units, integrated processing units, shelling units,
grading units, shelling-cum-grading units, godowns/storage include
assessment of factors which influence mould growth and
aflatoxin production in peanuts and peanut products as described
in the Code of Practice for the prevention & reduction of aflatoxin
contamination in peanuts CAC/RCP 55-2004.

4.

Procedure for
sampling analysis
and export of PPP

3.5

All PPP processing units, integrated peanut processing units,

peanut shelling units, peanut grading units, peanut shelling-cumgrading units are advised that they should avoid spray of water
before shelling on peanut pods meant for exports and such
consignments should be stored separately. The units are also
advised to maintain logbook and documentation in this regard.

4.1

All Exporters registered PPP processing units, integrated peanut

processing units, peanut shelling units, peanut grading units,
peanut shelling-cum-grading units shall apply to authorized
laboratories for drawl and testing of PPP samples for aflatoxins as
per the format of sample slip given in Annexure-I.

4.2

Sampling of PPP for all categories shall be carried out only at the
finished product storage/godown of the PPP processing units,
integrated peanut processing units, peanut shelling units, peanut
grading units and peanut shelling-cum-grading units. All the
facilities where sampling is done shall be registered as per the laid
down procedures.

4.3

A list of authorized laboratories is given in Annexure-II. All

authorized laboratories shall draw samples for analysis of PPP as
per the method of sampling given in EU regulations for EU and
Codex guidelines for countries other than the above as given in
Annexure-III as follows:
(i)

(ii)

For consignments of PPP meant for exports to the EU for

category (i) and (ii), Commission Regulation (EC) No.
178/2010 of 2 March 2010 amending Commission
Regulation (EC) No. 401/2006 of 23 February 2006.
For consignments of PPP for feedstuffs meant for export
to EU for category (iii), Commission Regulation (EC) No.
152/2009 of 27 January 2009.

For consignments of PPP meant for exports to the countries other

than the above for category (iv) and (v) the method of sampling
and analysis would be based on Codex guidelines. In case of a
specific compliance requirement of the importing country
regarding method of sampling and analysis to be followed by the
authorized laboratories, exporters shall obtain and pass on the
method to APEDA for review and validation by National Referral
Laboratory (NRL).
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4.4

All the authorized laboratories shall analyze samples of PPP for

the MLs of aflatoxin as given in Annexure-IV for consignments
destined to EU for categories (i), (ii) and (iii) based on
Commission Regulation (EU) No 165/2010 of 26.02.2010
amending Regulation (EC) No. 1881/2006 setting maximum
levels for certain contaminants in foodstuffs as regards aflatoxins,
Commission Regulation (EC) No 2174/2003 of 12.12.2003 laying
down maximum levels of mycotoxins in groundnuts and
Directive 2003/100/EC dated 31.10.2003 respectively. For
consignments destined to countries other than the above for
category (iv) & (v) Codex guidelines shall be followed. In case of
lower levels of aflatoxins than the Codex guidelines to be
complied with for exports to an importing country, the exporter
shall intimate the same levels to APEDA for the purpose of
advising to the authorized laboratories.

4.5

In case the consignment intended for export falls in category (iii),

each bag/package must be printed with the words, Peanuts for
bird feed only. The printing ink to be used shall be food grade.

4.6

After drawl of the samples, the representative of the authorized

laboratory shall label each bag/package/lot/pallet of PPP in the lot
with the help of one time use plastic wire locking seal or an
appropriate numbered sticker in case of categories (i), (ii), (iii)
(iv) and (v). In case of bulk-in-container, in case of categories
(iv) and (v) the container shall also be sealed. The PPP meant for
exports for category (i), (ii) and (iii) shall not be in bulk
containers.

4.7

After sampling, the bags/lot/pallet shall not be shifted or relocated

by the processing unit/exporter to another location without the
prior consent of the concerned laboratory. Shifting/relocation
should be done in the presence of the laboratory and resealing
should be done.

4.8

The authorized laboratories shall test PPP for determination of

aflatoxin contents as per the method of analysis prescribed by
NRL for all the categories ensuring that the precision and
recovery in the method used meets the requirements of the
importing countries laying down the methods of sampling and
analysis for control of aflatoxins.

4.9

The authorized laboratories shall issue certificate of analysis to

the exporter/processing unit as per the format given in AnnexureV. The laboratory shall declare that the sampling has been done in
the APEDA registered PPP processing unit, integrated peanut
processing unit, peanut shelling unit, peanut grading unit, peanut
shelling-cum-grading unit, peanuts godowns/storage.

4.10

Exporters/processing units shall not export PPP, samples of which

do not conform to laboratory test.

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Recognition and
responsibility of
Authorized
Laboratories

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4.11

In case, the samples exceed the aflatoxin levels, the authorized

laboratories shall immediately (within 24 hours of completion of
analysis) bring the matter to the notice of exporter/processor,
NRL and APEDA along with a copy of the test report giving
details of the exporters and the aflatoxin levels. In case of failed
samples the laboratories shall send the chromatograms, etc. to the
NRL and exporter by email/speed-post/courier.

4.12

All exporters/registered processing units of PPP shall apply to

APEDA for issue of Certificate of Export in format given in
Annexure-VI along with processing fee of Rs. 25 per MT in
favour of APEDA.

4.13

The Certificate of Export for export of PPP shall be issued by

APEDA only if the Certificate of Analysis indicates that the
aflatoxin level in the sample is within the prescribed limits.

4.14

Stuffing/loading of the containers shall be carried out after issue

of the Certificate of Exports. To prevent sweating and
condensation, exporters shall use suitable moisture observer in
the container. An advice to shipping line shall be given by the
exporter stating that the container flaps should be kept open and
container should be stored in a ventilated place in the vessel and
use of kraft paper on all sides and top of the container.

4.15

The loading/stuffing of PPP in the container for shipment purpose

shall be done under the supervision of the authorized laboratory at
the same premises where the sampling was carried out. In case of
change of place for stuffing, the authorized laboratory shall
supervise the sampled consignment during the export chain.

4.16

With regard to failed samples, the processor/exporter shall not

export consignment and evacuate produce from the establishment.

4.17

In case of PPP consignments meant for export to EU in vacuum

packing, sampling shall be carried from gunny bags as per
Annexure-III. After clearance from the laboratory, the
consignment will be vacuum packed under the supervision of the
authorized laboratory.

5.1

All the authorized laboratories shall be ISO/IEC-17025 accredited

by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration
Laboratories (NABL) alongwith scope of aflatoxins analysis.

5.2

All the authorized laboratories shall have APEDA recognition

under its scheme for laboratory recognition.

5.3

The authorized laboratories shall develop and validate method of

sampling and analysis of PPP to comply with the procedure.

Responsibilities
of
National
Referral
Laboratory
(NRL)

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5.4

The authorized laboratories shall submit a monthly statement of

samples tested and containers stuffed/loaded to APEDA and NRL
as per form given in Annexure-VII.

5.5

While sending/emailing the test report to the exporter/PPP unit,

the authorized laboratories shall email copy of test reports issued
by them to NRL alongwith copy of chromatogram.

5.6

While issuing certificate of analysis (test reports), the authorized

laboratories shall not add any additional statement/disclaimer
with regards to sampling, analysis and stuffing of PPP.

6.1

National Research Center for Grapes (NRCG) Pune would be

National Referral Laboratory (NRL). The NRL shall monitor
work of authorized laboratories by conducting surveillance audit
periodically to ascertain that they are following the criteria laid
down in this document.

6.2

The NRL shall audit minimum 10% of the analysis documents of

the samples tested by the authorized laboratories and maintain a
record. On the basis of the audit, the NRL shall prepare a plan of
action for the next year.

6.3

The NRL shall, at regular intervals during the season, obtain 2%

of the total prepared samples from the authorized laboratories for
the purpose of verification of analysis. The NRL shall analyze
these samples and maintain report and their findings as per the
format given in Annexure-V.

6.4

NRL shall submit to APEDA a quarterly statement of

consolidated test reports received from the authorized laboratories
as per Annexure-VIII along with a complete analysis of the
statistical data for corrective action and for continuous
upgradation of these procedures for the following year.

6.5

Method of sampling and analysis shall be prescribed by the NRL.

6.6

The NRL shall obtain update pertaining to any amendments in the

aflatoxin levels of the importing countries with the help of the
industry and disseminate the same to authorized laboratories.

6.7

On the basis of analysis of data provided by the laboratories, the

NRL shall prepare and organize a calendar of training and
awareness programmes for the processors and laboratories.

6.8

The NRL shall prepare a calendar of training on testing

procedures, methods of analysis, etc. for each contaminant or
group of contaminants for the authorized laboratories.

6.9

The NRL shall prepare a calendar and organize proficiency/interlaboratory testing for the authorized laboratories.

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8.

Powers of NRL

Functions of
APEDA

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6.10

In cases, where aflatoxin contents are found to be higher than the

permitted levels, it will issue Internal Alert Information as per
format given in Annexure-IX. This alert shall be issued without
any delay. It will advise the exporters, APEDA and authorized
laboratories about the control measures required to be taken.

6.11

In case, the samples on re-testing passes the requirement, the

NRL shall without delay revoke the Internal Alert information,
which shall take effect on that date. In this regard, the NRL shall
intimate all concerned about the new status.

6.12

The NRL shall submit an annual report to APEDA in the month

of April every year.

7.1

The NRL shall have the right to draw samples from registered
PPP and authorized laboratories.

7.2

The NRL shall have the right to verify analysis data

corresponding to the samples drawn and/or tested by the
authorized laboratories.

7.3

The NRL shall recommend to APEDA and/or NABL,

derecognition of authorized laboratories in the event of noncompliance with the method of sampling and analysis of PPP.

7.4

The NRL shall have the authority to inspect/audit the authorized

laboratories and their analysis records without prior notice.

8.1

Overall monitoring regarding functioning of NRL, authorized

laboratories, exporters, PPP units, etc. will be carried out by
APEDA. PPP meant for exports shall be subject to issuance of
Certificate of Exports by APEDA.

8.2

Where necessary, APEDA shall nominate a Committee consisting

of representatives of APEDA, NRL, State Government, DGR, etc.
to ascertain the veracity of an issue/document or for any other
purpose in the interest of PPP exports.

8.3

On receipt of applications in APEDA, it will process and issue

Certificate of Export in the format given in Annexure-X after
ensuring that the laboratory test report meets the requirements of
this document and that processing and packaging has been carried
out in a peanut processing unit having valid registration.

8.4

In case any amendment(s) in the Certificate of Export is/are

required, the processor/exporter will apply to APEDA for
effecting the amendment. The original and all copies of the
certificate issued to the processor/exporter will have to be
submitted for this purpose.

Procedure for
issuance of
Certificate of
Exports and PSC

10 Procedure for
dealing with PPP
rejections/
complaints

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8.5

On receipt of laboratory test reports of failed samples from the

laboratories, APEDA shall immediately advise the concerned
processors/exporters not to effect shipment and also take
necessary corrective steps. APEDA shall ensure that no
Certificates of Exports are issued in respect of PPP covered by
such test reports.

9.1

Certificate of Exports shall be issued to the applicant exporter/

processor by APEDA in the format as given in Annexure-X.

9.2

After loading/stuffing of the container, the laboratory shall

provide a Container Stuffing/Loading Certificate to the shipper in
the format given in Annexure-XI.

9.3

Certificate of exports shall be issued by APEDA to the exporter/

processor for the quantity that qualify aflatoxin test based on the
test report issued by the authorized laboratory stating that the
processing and packaging has been carried out in a processing
unit, warehouse registered by APEDA with registration number.

9.4

One Certificate of Exports and Container Stuffing/Loading

Certificate to the shipper shall be specific to one container load of
PPP. Validity shall be mentioned in these certificates.

9.5

Container Stuffing/Loading Certificate shall not be issued for

passed consignment(s) of PPP for exports after 30 days from the
date of issue of laboratory Certificate of Analysis/Certificate of
Exports.

9.10

For exports of PPP consignments to other than EU countries, the

exporters would be allowed to purchase from the un-registered
shellers/open market subject to processing the PPP mandatorily in
APEDA registered grading, shelling-cum-grading and processing
units.

9.11

All exporters shall request, wherever required, one of the

Government of India notified Phyto Sanitary Certificate (PSC)
issuing authorities to issue PSC in accordance with the advisory
issued by Plant Protection Advisor, Government of India vide
letter dated 26.2.2015 to issue PSC alongwith the
Exporters/Shippers declaration as given in Annexure-XII.

10.1

Procedure for dealing with rejections/complaints shall be as

given in Annexure-XIII.

10.2

The exporters shall apply to APEDA for obtaining No objection

Certificate (NOC) in the format as given in Annexure-XIV.

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Provisions

10.3

APEDA shall evaluate the application and take a decision to

forward the application with their recommendations to APEDA
for issue of NOC for import of the rejected consignment(s).

11.4

On issue of an NOC by APEDA to import the rejected

consignment, a copy of the NOC shall be submitted to FSSAI
alongwith details of the rejected consignment.

11.5

Reimported consignments of PPP, which also exceeds domestic

levels of aflatoxins, shall be crushed for industrial purposes.
APEDA shall obtain evidence in this regard from the exporter.

11.6

Onus of providing information on lower/higher levels of

aflatoxins for exports of PPP to an importing country, as
mentioned at Category (v) shall be on exporter. Exporters shall
submit this information to APEDA for the purpose of advising to
the authorized laboratories.

12.1

In the event of breach of procedures given in this document,

APEDA may initiate action as per the provisions of the APEDA
Act, 1985, in addition to followings:
a) Cancellation of Registration-cum-Membership Certificate.
b) Notifying to DGFT for cancellation of Import-Export Code
Number allocated to such exporters.
c) Any other action as deemed fit.

Place: New Delhi

Date: 12.03.2015

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Signed/Santosh Sarangi
Chairman, APEDA

Annexure-I
SAMPLE SLIP OF PEANUTS & PEANUT PRODUCTS
1
2
3
4
5
6

Sample Slip No.

Date
Name & Address of the exporter
APEDA RCMC No. of the exporter and its validity
Name & Address of the PPP processing unit
Consignment details:
Lot No.
Number of bags/packages
Quantity (MT)/container
Date of packing

7
8
9

Grade and variety of the produce

Country of exports
Intended use of the produce by importer (tick whichever is applicable)
(i)

Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof, intended for

direct human consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the
exception of crude vegetable oils destined for refining and refined
vegetable oils for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg
related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(ii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other physical

treatment or further processing, before human consumption or use as an
ingredient in foodstuffs with the exception of groundnuts (peanuts) for
crushing for refined vegetable oil production for exports to EU
(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)

(iii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) as bird feed for exports to EU (maximum levels

of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture
content of 7%)

(iv)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan and Korea (maximum levels

of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture
content of 7%)

(v)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than the above

(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)

Date:
Place:

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Signature of Exporter
(Name of Exporter)

CERTIFICATE
1.

This is to certify that, I have drawn this sample personally from the above mentioned
recognised PPP processing units, integrated peanut processing units, peanut shelling units,
peanut grading units, peanut shelling-cum-grading units, peanuts godowns/storage (as
applicable) of the exporter by adopting the procedures issued by APEDA.

2.

I have sealed the consignment bearing seal Nos. as follows:

Lot No.

Number of bags

Quantity (MT)

Date of sealing

Seal No.

3.

It is certified that the sampling has been done at the finished product storage premises.

4.

Address and location of drawl of samples: ______________

5.

I have also verified the APEDA registration of PPP processing units, integrated peanut
processing units, peanut shelling units, peanut grading units, peanut shelling-cum-grading
units, peanuts godowns/storage where applicable.

6.

As on date recognition of this laboratory is valid.

Date:
Place:

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Signature
Name of authorized
Representative of
Authorized Laboratory
Official address

:
:

Annexure-II
*LIST OF AUTHORIZED LABORATORIES
(Date: 12.03.2015)

No.
Name of the laboratory
National Research Centre for Grapes (NRCG) (Indian Council of Agricultural
Research) P.B. No. 3 Manjri Farm Post Solapur Road Pune 412 307
Tel.: +91-20-26956002 EPABX: +91-20-26956000 Fax: +91-20-26956099
dirnrcg@gmail.com; dirnrcg@icar.org.in;
nrcgrapes@gmail.com; apedanrl@gmail.com;
Website: http://nrcgrapes.nic.in
1 AES Laboratories (P) Ltd. B-118 Phase II NOIDA 201304
Tel: 0120-3047900, 2562645 Fax: 0120-3047914
Vishal.arora@aeslabs.com; aeslabs@gmail.com;
2

Choksi Laboratories Limited 6/3 Manoramaganj Indore 452 001

Tel: 0731-4243888, 2493592/3 Fax: 0731-2490593
v.choksi@choksilab.com; indore@choksilab.com;
3 Geo Chem Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
Pragati, Adjacent to Crompton Greaves Kanjur Marg(E) Mumbai 400 042
Phone: 022-61915100 Fax: 022-61915101
neel@geochemgroup.com; sureshbabu.p@geochem.net.in;
laboratory@geochem.net.in;
4 Interfield Laboratories XIII/1208, Interprint House Kochi 682 005
Tel: 0484-2217865, 2210915, 221838
mail@interfieldlaboratories.com;
5 MicroChem Silliker Pvt. Ltd.MicroChem House
A-513 TTC Industrial Area MIDC Mahape Navi Mumbai 400 701
Tel: 022-27787800
deepa@microchem.co.in; vidhya.gangar@microchem.co.in;
dhanya.dhumal@microchem.co.in;
6 Edward Food Research & Analysis Centre Ltd. (EFRAC)
Subhas Nagar PO Nilgunj Bazar Barasat Kolkata 700 121
Tel: 033-71122800 Fax: 71122801
balwinderbajwa@efrac.com; arijitbhowmick@efrac.com;
7 Reliable Analytical Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
125/139 Indian Corporation Mankoli Gundavli Bhiwandi Thane 421 302
Tel: 02522-398100
meenal@reliablelabs.org;
8 SGS India Pvt. Ltd. 201, Sumel II,
Near Gurudwara Thaltej Cross Road SG Highway Ahmedabad 380 054
Tel: 07926854360, Fax: 07926854380
purvi.shah@sgs.com; kruti.mane@sgs.com; dipjyoti.banerjee@sgs.com;
9 T A Labs Private Limited No. 17 New Street Kottur Chennai 600 085
Tel: 044-24474505, 64551505
ubharatraj@trueanalytica.com; talabs@trueanalytica.com;
ubharatraj@gmail.com;
10 TUV India Pvt Ltd. Survey No: 423/1 & 3/2
Near Pashankar Auto (Baner) Sus-Pashan Road Pune 411 021
Tel: 020-67900000
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Scope
NRL for
products of
plant origin

ISO/IEC-17025
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39/6 Thiruvallur High Road Puduchatrm Post Thirumazhisai
Via Poonamalee TK Chennai 600 124
Tel: 044-26811997, 26811993 Cell: 09444418694
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(SP) 2nd Main Road Ambattur Industrial Estate Chennai 600 058
Tel: 044-66693109 Fax: 24963075
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Peenya Industrial Estate Bangalore 560058
Tel: 080-67458000 Fax: 080-67458058
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farhan.ayesha@tuv-sud.in;
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Annexure-III
METHOD OF SAMPLING & ANALYSIS
Following method of sampling of PPP shall apply:
(i)

For consignments of PPP for categories (i) and (ii) meant for exports to the EU Commission
Regulation (EC) No. 178/2010 of 2 March 2010 amending Commission Regulation (EC) No.
401/2006 of 23 February 2006.

(ii)

For consignments of PPP for category (iii) for feed stuffs meant for export to EU,
Commission Regulation (EC) No. 152/2009 of 27 January 2009.

(iii)

For consignments of PPP for category (iv) and (v) for exports to the countries other than the
above Codex guidelines (Codex Stan 193-1995)

(i)

For consignments of PPP for categories (i) and (ii) meant for exports to the EU Commission
Regulation (EC) No. 178/2010 of 2 March 2010 amending Commission Regulation (EC) No.
401/2006 of 23 February 2006.

1.1

Requirement of sampling
The authorized laboratories shall follow validated method of sampling and analysis for
determination of aflatoxins in PPP.

1.2

Requirements of analysis
The method of analysis for aflatoxins B1 and B1+B2+G1+G2 shall be validated and
confirmatory only. With regards to analysis of moisture %age validated method of analysis
shall be followed and the same shall be declared by the authorized laboratories. The
authorized laboratories shall use HPLC equipment with immunoassay fluorescent detector
for determination of aflatoxins keeping in view accuracy, applicability (matrix and
concentration range). Limit of detection, limit of quantification, precision, repeatability,
recovery, reproducibility, selectivity, sensitivity, linearity, measurement uncertainty and
other criteria shall be selected as recommended by the NRL. It would be primary
responsibility of the authorized laboratories to draw and test samples as per instructions and
declare that the PPP sampled and tested pertaining to respective batches qualify for exports
for either of the following categories:
(i)

Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof, intended for direct human
consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the exception of crude vegetable
oils destined for refining and refined vegetable oils for exports to EU (maximum
levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of
7%)

(ii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment or further

processing, before human consumption or use as an ingredient in foodstuffs with the
exception of groundnuts (peanuts) for crushing for refined vegetable oil production
for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)

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(iii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) as bird feed for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in

g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(iv)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan and Korea (maximum levels of aflatoxins
in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(v)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than the above (maximum levels
of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

1.3

The authorized laboratories, therefore, shall clearly label the respective lots of consignments
for the above categories. The levels under each category also shall not exceed levels
prescribed in Annexure-IV of this document.

1.4

Exporters, processors and authorized laboratories shall follow the guidelines pertaining to
sampling, which are as follows:

1.5

Different types of lots: Commodities traded in bulk, containers, or individual packing, such
as sacks, bags, retail packing. The method of sampling shall be applied to all the different
forms in which the commodities are put on the market.
Without prejudice to the specific provisions, following formula shall be used as a guide for
the sampling of lots traded in individual packs, such as sacks, bags, retail packing.
Sampling frequency (SF) n= Weight of the lot Weight of the incremental sample
Weight of the aggregate sample Weight of individual packing

Weight: in kg

Sampling frequency (SF): every nth sack or bag from which an incremental sample
must be taken (decimal figures should be rounded to the nearest whole number).

1.6

The sampling procedure with regards the subdivision of lots into sub lots, the number of
(base) samples to be taken from the sub lot, the aggregate sample weight (kg) and the
preparation of the laboratory sample.

1.7

For each lot, the incremental samples of peanut and peanut products from each sublot are
pooled, and thoroughly mixed to yield the aggregate sample.

1.8

As a rule, peanuts shall be packed in 25 or 50 kg PP or jute bags. The jute bags shall be fresh
and inner coated. In case of big bags weighing 1000 kg to 1500 kg, only PP bags shall be
used for exports. The containers shall have generally total weight of 18-25 tons. The required
number of (base) samples can be obtained in the following manner, with the objective of
acquiring a representative collective sample:
Automated sampler for filling individual packages
Samples of at least 100 different individual packages (=< 50kg)
Samples taken from all big bags

1.9

Sampling method

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This method of sampling is of application for the control of the maximum levels of aflatoxin
B1 and total aflatoxins in groundnuts (peanuts).
1.10

Weight of the incremental sample

The weight of the incremental sample shall be about 200 grams, unless otherwise defined.
In the case of lots in retail packings, the weight of the incremental sample depends on the
weight of the retail packing.
In the case of retail packs of more than 200 grams, this will result in aggregate samples
weighing more than 20 kg. If the weight of a single retail pack is much more than 200 grams,
then 200 grams shall be taken from each individual retail pack as an incremental sample.
This can be done either when the sample is taken or in the laboratory. However, in cases
where such method of sampling would lead to unacceptable commercial consequences
resulting from damage to the lot (because of packaging forms, means of transport, etc.), then
an alternative method of sampling can be applied. For example, in case where a valuable
product is marketed in retail packs of 500 grams or 1 kg, the aggregate sample can be
obtained by the aggregation of a number of incremental samples that is smaller than the
number indicated in tables 1, 2 and 3, on the condition that the weight of the aggregate
sample corresponds to the required weight of the aggregate sample mentioned in tables 1, 2
and 3.

1.11

Where the retail pack is less than 200 grams and if the difference is not very large, one retail
pack shall be considered as one incremental sample, resulting in an aggregate sample of less
than 20 kg. If the weight of the retail pack is much less than 200 grams, one incremental
sample shall consist of two or more retail packs, whereby the 200 grams are approximated as
closely as possible
General survey of the method of sampling
Table 1
Subdivision of lots into sublots depending on product and lot weight
Commodity
Lot weight (tonne) Weight or
No
Aggregate
number of
incremental
sample weight
sublots
samples
(kg)
Groundnuts
> 500
100 tonnes
100
20
(peanuts)
> 125 & <500
5 sublots
100
20
15 and 125
25 tonnes
100
20
< 15
--10-100 (*)
20
*Depending on the lot weight see table 2

1.12

On condition that the sublot can be separated physically, each lot shall be subdivided into
sublots following table 1. Taking into account that the weight of the lot is not always an exact
multiple of the weight of the sublots, the weight of the sublot may exceed the mentioned
weight by a maximum of 20 %.
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Each sublot shall be sampled separately

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1.13

Number of incremental samples: 100

Weight of the aggregate sample = 20 kg which shall be mixed and to be divided into
two equal laboratory samples of 10 kg before wet grinding (this division into two
laboratory samples is not necessary in case of groundnuts (peanuts) subjected to
further sorting or other physical treatment and of the availability of equipment which
is able to homogenise a 20 kg sample).

Each laboratory sample of 10 kg groundnut kernels mixed with 10 liter of potable

water in a container shall be wet grinded at ambient temperature in one go finely in
less than ten minutes time mixed thoroughly to achieve complete homogenization.

Method of sampling for groundnuts (peanuts) (lots < 15 tonnes)

The number of incremental samples to be taken depends on the weight of the lot, with a
minimum of 10 and a maximum of 100.
The figures in the following table 2 may be used to determine the number of incremental
samples to be taken and the subsequent division of the aggregate sample.
Table 2
Number of incremental samples to be taken depending on the weight of the lot and number of
subdivisions of the aggregate sample
Lot weight
(tonnes)

0,1
> 0,1 0,2
> 0,2 0,5
> 0,5 1,0
> 1,0 2,0
> 2,0 5,0
> 5,0 10,0
> 10,0 15,0
-

No of
incremental
samples

10
15
20
30
40
60
80
100

Aggregate sample Weight

(kg) (in case of retail
packings, weight of
aggregate sample can
diverge
2
3
4
6
8 (- < 12 kg)
12
16
20

No of laboratory
samples from
aggregate sample

1 (no division)
1 (no division)
1 (no division)
1 (no division)
1 (no division)
2
2
2

Weight of the aggregate sample 20 kg which shall be mixed and if necessary

divided into two equal laboratory samples of 10 kg before wet grinding (this
division into two laboratory samples is not necessary in case of, groundnuts (peanuts)
subjected to further sorting or other physical treatment and of the availability of
equipment which is able to homogenise up to 20 kg samples).
In cases where the aggregate sample weights are less than 20 kg, the aggregate
sample shall be divided into laboratory samples according to following guidance:
-

< 12 kg: no division into laboratory samples;

12 kg division into two laboratory samples.

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1.14

Each laboratory sample shall be separately ground finely and mixed thoroughly to
achieve complete homogenisation, in accordance with the provisions laid down.

If it is not possible to carry out the method of sampling described above because of
the unacceptable commercial consequences resulting from damage to the lot (because
of packaging forms, means of transport, etc.) an alternative method of sampling may
be applied provided that it is as representative as possible and is fully described and
documented.

Method of sampling for derived products, with the exception of vegetable

compound foods.

oil, and

1.14.1 Derived products (other than vegetable oil) with small particle size, i.e. flour, peanut butter

(homogeneous distribution of aflatoxin contamination)

Number of incremental samples: 100; for lots of under 50 tons the number of incremental
samples shall be 10 to 100, depending on the lot weight (see table 3),
Table 3
Number of incremental samples to be taken depending on the weight of the lot
Lot weight (tonnes)
1
>13
> 3 10
> 10 20
> 20 50

No of incremental
samples
10
20
40
60
100

Aggregate sample
weight (kg)
1
2
4
6
10

The weight of the incremental sample shall be about 100 grams. In he case of lots in
retail packing, the weight of the incremental sample depends on the weight of the
retail packing,

Weight of aggregate sample = 1-10 kg sufficiently mixed,

1.14.2 Derived products with are relatively large particle size (heterogeneous

distribution of

aflatoxin contamination).
1.15

Sampling at retail stage

Sampling of foodstuffs at the retail stage shall be done where possible in accordance with the
provisions set out.
Where that is not possible, other effective methods of sampling at retail stage may be used
provided that they ensure that the aggregate sample is sufficiently representative of the
sampled lot and is fully described and documented. In any case, the aggregate sample shall
be at least 1 kg. In case the portion to be sampled is so small that it is impossible to obtain an
aggregate sample of 1 kg, the aggregate sample weight might be less than 1 kg.

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1.16 Specific method of sampling for groundnuts (peanuts) and derived products traded in vacuum
packs
For lots equal to or more than 15 tonnes at least 50 incremental samples resulting in a 20 kg
aggregate sample shall be taken and for lots of less than 15 tonnes, 50 % of the number of
incremental samples mentioned in table 2 shall be taken resulting in an aggregate sample of
which the weight corresponds to the weight of the sampled lot (see table 2).
1.17

Products derived from groundnuts (peanuts) with small particle size.

For lots equal to or more than 50 tonnes at least 25 incremental samples resulting in a 10 kg
aggregate sample shall be taken and for lots less than 50 tonnes, 25 % of the number of
incremental samples mentioned in table 3 shall be taken resulting in an aggregate sample of
which the weight corresponds to the weight of the sampled lot (see table 3).

1.18

In case of products manufactured using peanuts and the derived products category,
irrespective of different varieties of derived peanut products like salted, pepper, namkeen,
gud, bhujia, etc. the lab shall draw number of incremental samples as given in table 3 of
Annexure-3 and test it for aflatoxin as per human consumption i.e. 2 tests. The exporter will
be uploading the lot as single consignment in Peanet.Net. The acceptance of the lot will be
subject to passing of 2 tests. Compliance to the EU sampling requirements shall be of the
exporter.

1.19

Acceptance of a lot or sublot

For groundnuts (peanuts) subjected to a sorting or other physical treatment:
-

Acceptance if the aggregate sample or the average of the laboratory samples

conforms to the maximum limit, taking into account the correction for recovery and
measurement uncertainty,

Rejection if the aggregate sample or the average of the laboratory samples exceeds
the maximum limit beyond reasonable doubt taking into account the correction for
recovery and measurement uncertainty,

For groundnuts (peanuts) intended for direct human consumption:

-

Acceptance if none of the laboratory samples exceeds the maximum limit, taking into
account the correction for recovery and measurement uncertainty,

Rejection if one or both of the laboratory samples exceeds the maximum limit beyond
reasonable doubt taking into account the correction for recovery and measurement
uncertainty,

In cases where the aggregate sample is 12 kg or less:

-

Acceptance if the laboratory sample conforms to the maximum limit, taking into
account the correction for recovery and measurement uncertainty,

Rejection if the laboratory sample exceeds the maximum limit beyond reasonable
doubt taking into account the correction for recovery and measurement uncertainty.

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(ii)

For consignments of PPP for category (iii) for feed stuffs meant for export to EU,
Commission Regulation (EC) No. 152/2009 of 27 January 2009.

Purpose and scope: Samples intended for the official control of feed shall be taken according
to the methods described below. Samples thus obtained shall be considered as representative
of the sampled portions.

Sampling personnel: The samples shall be taken by persons authorised for that purpose by the
authorized laboratories.

Definitions: Sampled portion: A quantity of product constituting a unit, and having

characteristics presumed to be uniform.
Incremental sample: A quantity taken from one point in the sampled portion.
Aggregate sample: An aggregate of incremental samples taken from the same sampled
portion.
Reduced sample: A representative part of the aggregate sample, obtained from the latter by a
process of reduction.
Final sample: A part of the reduced sample or of the homogenised aggregate sample.

Apparatus

4.1

The sampling apparatus must be made of materials which cannot contaminate the products to
be sampled. Such apparatus may be officially approved by the Member States.

4.2

Apparatus recommended for the sampling of solid feed

4.2.1 Manual sampling

-

Flat-bottomed shovel with vertical sides.

Sampling spear with a long split or compartments. The dimensions of the sampling spear
must be appropriate to the characteristics of the sampled portion (depth of container,
dimensions of sack, etc.) and to the particle size of the feed.

4.2.2 Mechanical sampling: Approved mechanical apparatus shall be used for the sampling of
moving feed.
4.2.2 Divider: Apparatus designed to divide the sample into approximately equal parts may be used
for taking incremental samples and for the preparation of reduced and final samples.
5.

Quantitative requirements
5.A
5.A.1

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In relation to the control of substances or products uniformly distributed

throughout the feed
Sampled portion: The size of the sampled portion must be such that each of
its constituent parts can be Sampled

5.A.2
5.A.2.1
5.A.2.1.1
5.A.2.1.2

5.A.2.2
5.A.2.2.1
5.A.2.2.1.1
5.A.2.2.1.2
5.A.2.2.1.3

5.A.2.2.2
5.A.2.3
5.A.2.3.1
5.A.2.3.1.1
5.A.2.3.1.2
5.A.2.3.1.3

5.A.2.3.2
5.A.2.4

5.A.3

5.A.3.1
5.A.3.2
5.A.3.2.1
5.A.3.2.2
5.A.3.3
5.A.3.3.1
5.A.3.3.2
5.A.3.4
5.A.3.4.1
5.A.3.4.2

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Incremental samples
Loose feed:

Minimum number of incremental

samples:
sampled portions not exceeding 2,5 seven
metric tons
sampled portions exceeding 2,5 20 times the number of metric
metric tons
tons making up the sampled
portion (*), up to a maximum of
40 incremental samples
Packaged feed:
Minimum number of packages to
be sampled (**):
Packages of more than 1 kg:
sampled portions of one to four all packages
packages
sampled portions of 5 to 16 packages four
sampled portions of more than 16 number of packages making up
packages
the sampled portion (*), up to
maximum of 20 packages
Packages not exceeding 1 kg
Four
Liquid or semi-liquid feed:
Minimum number of containers to
be sampled (**):
Containers of more than one litre:
sampled portions of one to four all containers
containers
sampled portions of 5 to 16 containers four
sampled portions of more than 16 number of containers making up
containers
the sampled portion (*), up to a
maximum of 20 containers
Containers not exceeding one litre
four
Feed blocks and mineral licks
Minimum number of blocks or
licks to be sampled (**): one
block or lick per sampled portion
of 25 units, up to a maximum of
four blocks or licks
Aggregate sample: A single aggregate sample per sampled portion is
required. The total amount in the incremental samples making up the
aggregate sample shall be not less than the following:
Loose feed
4 kg
Packaged feed:
packages of more than 1 kg
4 kg
packages not exceeding 1 kg
weight of the contents of four
original packages
Liquid or semi-liquid feed:
containers of more than one litre
four liters
containers not exceeding one litre
volume of the contents of four
original containers
Feed blocks or mineral licks:
each weighing more than 1 kg
4 kg
each weighing not more than 1 kg
weight of four original blocks or
licks

5.A.4

5.B

5.B.1
5.B.2
5.B.2.1
5.B.2.2
5.B.2.2.1
5.B.2.2.2
5.B.2.2.3

5.B.3

5.B.3.1

5.B.3.2

5.B.4

Final samples: The aggregate sample gives the final samples on reduction
when necessary. Analysis of at least one final sample is required. The
amount in the final sample for analysis shall be not less than the following:
Solid feed
500 g
Liquid or semi-liquid feed
500 ml
In relation to the control of undesirable substances or products likely to be
distributed no uniformly throughout the feed, such as aflatoxins, rye ergot,
castor-oil plant and crotalaria in feed materials (***)
Sampled portion: see 5.A.1
Incremental samples
Loose feed: see 5.A.2.1
Packaged feed:
Minimum number of packages to
be sampled:
sampled portions consisting of one to all packages
four packages
sampled portions consisting of 5 to 16 four
packages
sampled portions consisting of more number of packages making up
than 16 packages
the sampled portion (*), up to a
maximum of 40 packages
Aggregate samples: The number of aggregate samples will vary with the
size of the sampled portion. The minimum number of aggregate samples
per sampled portion is given below. The total weight of the incremental
samples making up each aggregate sample shall be not less than 4 kg
Loose feed
Weight of the sampled portion in Minimum number of aggregate
metric tons:
samples per sampled portion:
up to 1
1
more than 1 and up to 10
2
more than 10 and up to 40
3
more than 40
4
Packaged feed
Size of the sampled portion in number Minimum number of aggregate
of packages:
samples per sampled portion:
1 to 16
1
17 to 200
2
201 to 800
3
more than 800
4
Final samples: Each aggregate sample gives the final samples on reduction.
Analysis of at least one final sample per aggregate sample is required. The
weight of the final sample for analysis may not be less than 500 g

(*) Where the number obtained is a fraction, it shall be rounded up to the next whole number.
(**) For packages or containers whose contents do not exceed 1 kg or one litre and for blocks
or licks weighing not more than 1 kg each, an incremental sample shall be the contents of one
original package or container, one block or one lick.
(***) The methods provided for in 5.A are for use in the control of aflatoxins, rye ergot,
castor-oil plant and crotalaria in complete and complementary feed.

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6.

Instructions for taking, preparing and packaging the samples

6.1

General: The samples must be taken and prepared as quickly as possible bearing in mind the
precautions necessary to ensure that the product is neither changed nor contaminated.
Instruments and also surfaces and containers intended to receive samples must be clean and
dry.

6.2

Incremental samples

6.2.1 In relation to the control of substances or products uniformly distributed

throughout the feed Incremental samples must be taken at random throughout the whole
sampled portion and they must be of approximately equal sizes.

Loose feed: An imaginary division shall be made of the sampled portion into a number of
approximately equal parts. A number of parts corresponding to the number of incremental
samples required in accordance with 5.A.2 shall be selected at random and at least one
sample taken from each of these parts.
Where appropriate, sampling may be carried out when the sampled portion is being moved
(loading or unloading).

Packaged feed: Having selected the required number of packages for sampling as
indicated in 5.A.2, part of the contents of each package shall be removed using a spear or
shovel. Where necessary, the samples shall be taken after emptying the packages
separately. Any lumps shall be broken up, if necessary, by separating them out and
returning into the sample, in each aggregate sample separately.

Homogeneous or homogenisable liquid or semi liquid feed: Having selected the required
number of containers for sampling as indicated in 5.A.2, the contents shall be
homogenised if necessary and an amount taken from each container.
The incremental samples may be taken when the contents are being discharged.

Non-homogenisable, liquid or semi-liquid feed: Having selected the required number of

containers for sampling as indicated in 5.A.2, samples shall be taken from different levels.
Samples may also be taken when the contents are being discharged but the first fractions
shall be discarded.
In either case the total volume taken must not be less than 10 litters.

Feed blocks and mineral licks: Having selected the required number of blocks or licks for
sampling as indicated above, a part of each block or lick shall be taken.

6.2.2 In relation to the control of undesirable substances or products likely to be distributed nonuniformly throughout the feed, such as aflatoxins, rye ergot, castor-oil plant and crotalaria in
feed materials
An imaginary division shall be made of the sampled portion into a number of approximately
equal parts, corresponding to the number of aggregate samples provided for in 5.B.3. If this
number is greater than one, the total number of incremental samples provided for in 5.B.2
shall be distributed approximately equally over the different parts. Then take samples of
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approximately equal sizes (1) and such that the total amount in the samples from each part is
not less than the minimum 4 kg quantity required for each aggregate sample. Incremental
samples taken from different parts shall not be aggregated.
6.3

Preparation of aggregate samples

6.3.1 In relation to the

throughout the feed

control

of

substances

or

products

distributed

uniformly

The incremental samples shall be mixed to form a single aggregate sample.

6.3.2 In relation to the control of undesirable substances or products likely to be distributed nonuniformly throughout the feed, such as aflatoxins in feed materials the incremental samples
from each part of the sampled portion shall be mixed and the number of aggregate samples
provided for in 5.B.3, made up taking care to note the origin of each aggregate sample.
6.4

Preparation of final samples: The material in each aggregate sample shall be carefully mixed
to obtain a homogenised sample (1). If necessary the aggregate sample shall first be reduced
to at least 2 kg or two litres (reduced sample) either by using a mechanical or automatic
divider or by the quartering method.
At least three final samples shall then be prepared, of approximately the same amount and
conforming to the quantitative requirements of 5.A.4 or 5.B.4. Each sample shall be put into
an appropriate container. All necessary precautions shall be taken to avoid any change of
composition of the sample, contamination or adulteration, which might arise during
transportation or storage.

6.5

Packaging of final samples: The containers or packages shall be sealed and labelled (the total
label must be incorporated in the seal) in such a manner that they cannot be opened without
damaging the seal.

7.

Sampling record: A record must be kept of each sampling, permitting each sampled portion to
be identified unambiguously.

8.

Destination of samples: For each aggregate sample, at least one final sample shall be sent as
quickly as possible to the authorised analytical laboratory, together with the information
necessary for the analyst.
General provisions on methods of analysis for feed

9.

Preparation of samples for analysis

Purpose: The procedures described below concern the preparation for analysis of final
samples, sent to the control laboratories after sampling in accordance with the provisions laid
down.
These samples must be prepared in such a way that the amounts weighed out, as provided for
in the methods of analysis, are homogeneous and representative of the final samples.

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Precautions to be taken: The sample preparation procedure to be followed is dependent on the

methods of analysis used. It is therefore of major importance that it is ensured that the
followed sample preparation procedure is appropriate for the used method of analysis.
All the necessary operations must be performed in such a way as to avoid as far as possible
contamination of the sample and changes of its composition.
Wet grinding, mixing and sieving shall be carried out as quickly as possible with minimal
exposure of the sample to the air and light. Mills and grinders likely to appreciably heat the
sample shall not be used.
Quick wet grinding is recommended for feed which are particularly sensitive to heat. Care
shall also be taken to ensure that the apparatus itself is not a source of contamination of trace
elements.
If the preparation cannot be carried out without significant changes in the moisture content of
the sample, determine the moisture content before and after preparation according to the
method as laid down.
10.

Procedure: Divide the sample into adequate sub-samples for analysis and for reference by
using adequate splitting techniques like alternate shoveling, stationary or rotary riffling.
Coning and quartering is not recommended because this might provide sub samples with high
splitting error. Keep the sample for reference in a suitable clean, dry container, fitted with an
air-tight stopper, and prepare the sub-samples for analysis of at least 100 g as indicated below.

11.

Feed which can be ground as such: Unless otherwise specified in the methods of analysis,
sieve the whole sample through a sieve with a square mesh of 1 mm side (in accordance with
recommendation ISO R565) after wet grinding, if necessary. Avoid any over grinding.
Mix the sieved sample and collect it in a suitable clean, dry container fitted with an air-tight
stopper. Mix again, immediately before weighing out the amount for analysis.

12.

Feed which can be ground after drying: Unless otherwise specified in the methods of analysis,
dry the sample to bring its moisture content down to a level of 8 % to 12 %, according to the
preliminary drying procedure described under point 4.3 of the method of determination of
moisture mentioned. Then proceed as indicated in section 3.1.

12.

Liquid or semi-liquid feed: Collect the sample in a suitable clean, dry container, fitted with an
air-tight stopper. Mix thoroughly immediately before weighing out the amount for analysis.

13.

Other feed: Samples which cannot be prepared according to one of the above procedures shall
be treated by any other procedure which ensures that the amounts weighed out for the analysis
are homogeneous and representative of the final samples.

14.

Storage of samples: Samples must be stored at a temperature that will not alter their
composition. Samples intended for the analysis of vitamins or substances, which are
particularly sensitive to light, shall be stored in brown glass containers.

15.

Provisions relating to reagents and apparatus used in methods of analysis

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16.

17.

(a)

Unless otherwise specified in the methods of analysis, all analytical reagents must be
analytically pure. When trace analysis is carried out, the purity of the reagents must be
checked by a blank test. Depending upon the results obtained, further purification of
the reagents may be required.

(b)

Any operation involving preparation of solutions, dilution, rinsing or washing,

mentioned in the methods of analysis without indication as to the nature of the solvent
or diluents employed, implies that water must be used. As a general rule, water shall
be dematerialized or distilled. In particular cases, which are indicated in the methods
of analysis, it must be submitted to special procedures of purification.

(c)

In view of the equipment normally found in control laboratories, only those

instruments and apparatus which are special or require specific usage are referred to in
the methods of analysis. They must be clean, especially when very small amounts of
substances have to be determined.

Application of methods of analysis and expression of the results

(a)

Extraction procedure: Several methods determine a specific extraction procedure. As a

general rule, other extraction procedures than the procedure referred to in the method
can be applied on the condition that the used extraction procedure has been proven to
have the equivalent extraction efficiency for the matrix analyzed as the procedure
mentioned in the method.

(b)

Clean-up procedure: Several methods determine a specific clean-up procedure. As a

general rule, other clean-up procedures than the procedure referred to in the method
can be applied on the condition that the used clean-up procedure has been proven to
result in equivalent analytical results for the matrix analyzed as the procedure
mentioned in the method.

(c)

Reporting of the method of analysis used: In general a single method of analysis is

established for the determination of each substance in feed. Where several methods are
given, the particular method used by the control laboratory must be indicated on the
analysis report.

Number of determinations: The result given in the analysis report shall be the average value
obtained from at least two determinations, carried out on separate portions of the sample, and
of satisfactory repeatability.
However, in case of the analysis of undesirable substances, if the result of the first
determination is significantly (> 50 %) lower than the specification to be controlled, no
additional determinations are necessary, on the condition that the appropriate quality
procedures are applied.
In case of the control of the declared content of a substance or ingredient, if the result of the
first determination confirms the declared content, i.e. the analytical result falls within the
acceptable range of variation of the declared content, no additional determinations are
necessary, on the condition that the appropriate quality procedures are applied.
In some cases this acceptable range of variation is defined in legislation such as in Council
Directive 79/373/EEC (1).

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18.

Reporting of the analytical result: The analytical result shall be expressed in the manner laid
down in the method of analysis to an appropriate number of significant figures and shall be
corrected, if necessary, to the moisture content of the final sample prior to preparation.

19.

Measurement uncertainty and recovery rate in case of analysis of undesirable substances: As

regards undesirable substances within the meaning of Directive 2002/32/EC, including dioxins
and dioxin-like PCBs, a product intended for animal feed shall be considered as noncompliant with the established maximum content, if the analytical result is deemed to exceed
the maximum content taking into account expanded measurement uncertainty and correction
for recovery. In order to assess compliance, the analyzed concentration is used after being
corrected for recovery and after deduction of the expanded measurement uncertainty. This
procedure is only applicable in cases where the method of analysis enables the estimation of
measurement uncertainty and correction for recovery (e.g. not possible in case of microscopic
analysis).

20.

The analytical result shall be reported as follows (in so far the used method of analysis enables
to estimate the measurement uncertainty and recovery rate):
(a)

Corrected for recovery, the level of recovery being indicated. The correction for
recovery is not necessary in case the recovery rate is between 90 % and 110 %;

(b)

As x +/- U, whereby x is the analytical result and U is the expanded measurement

uncertainty, using a coverage factor of 2 which gives a level of confidence of
approximately 95 %.

However, if the result of the analysis is significantly (> 50 %) lower than the specification to
be controlled, and on the condition that the appropriate quality procedures are applied and the
analysis serves only the purpose of checking compliance with legal provisions, the analytical
result might be reported without correction for recovery and the reporting of the recovery rate
and measurement uncertainty might be omitted in these cases.
(iii)

For consignments of PPP for exports to countries other than the above for category (iv) and
(v) (maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture
content of 7%) sampling shall be as follows:

1.

It would be primary responsibility of the authorized laboratories to draw and test samples as
per instructions and declare that the PPP sampled and tested pertaining to respective batches
qualifies for exports.

2.

Different types of lots: Food commodities may be traded in bulk, containers, or individual
packing, such as sacks, bags, retail packing. The method of sampling may be applied to all
the different forms in which the commodities are put on the market.

3.

The sampling plan shall be for a single 20 kg laboratory sample of shelled peanuts (27 kg of
unshelled peanuts) to be taken from a peanut lot (sub-lot) and tested against a maximum level
of 15 micrograms per kilogram (g/kg) total aflatoxins.

4.

This sampling plan is for total aflatoxins in bulk consignments of peanuts for exports to the
markets other than the above.

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5.

Definitions: Lot: an identifiable quantity of a food commodity delivered at one time and
determined by the official to have common characteristics, such as origin, variety, type of
packing, packer, consignor or markings.
Sublot: designated part of a large lot in order to apply the sampling method on that
designated part. Each sublot must be physically separate and identifiable.
Sampling plan: is defined by an aflatoxin test procedure and an accept/reject limit. An
aflatoxin test procedure consists of three steps: sample selection, sample preparation and
aflatoxin quantification. The accept/reject limit is a tolerance usually equal to the Codex
maximum limit.
Incremental sample: a quantity of material taken from a single random place in lot/sublot.
Aggregate sample: the combined total of all the incremental samples taken from the lot or
sublot. The aggregate sample has to be at least as large as the 20 kg laboratory sample.
Laboratory sample: smallest quantity of peanuts comminuted in a mill. The laboratory
sample may be a portion of or the entire aggregate sample. If the aggregate sample is larger
than 20 kg, a 20 kg laboratory sample should be removed in a random manner from the
aggregate sample. The sample should be finely ground and mixed thoroughly using a process
that approaches as complete a homogenization as possible.
Test portion: portion of the comminuted laboratory sample. The entire 20 kg laboratory
sample should be comminuted in a mill. A portion of the comminuted 20 kg sample is
randomly removed for the extraction of the aflatoxin for chemical analysis. Based upon
grinder capacity, the 20 kg aggregate sample can be divided into several equal sized samples,
if all results are averaged.

6.

Sampling and material to be sampled: Each lot, which is to be examined, must be sampled
separately. Large lots should be subdivided into sublots to be sampled separately. The
subdivision can be done following provisions laid down in Table 1 below.

7.

Taking into account the weight of lot is not always an exact multiple of weight of the sublots,
the weight of the sublot may exceed the mentioned weight by a maximum of 20 %.
Table 1: Subdivision of Large Lots into Sublots for Sampling
Commodity

Peanuts

Weight or number Number

of sublots
incremental
samples
>500
100 tonnes
100
> 100 and < 500 5 sublots
100
> 25 and < 100 25 tonnes
100
> 15 and <=25
1 sublot
100
Lot weight
tonne (T)

of Laboratory
Sample
Weight (kg)
20
20
20
20

Number of Incremental Samples for Lots of Less than 15 Tonnes

8.

The number of incremental samples to be taken depends on the weight of the lot, with a
minimum of 10 and a maximum of 100. The figures in the following Table 2 may be used to

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determine the number of incremental samples to be taken. It is necessary that the total sample
weight of 20 kg is achieved.
Table 2: Number of incremental samples to be taken depending on the weight of the lot
Lot weight tonnes (T) No. of incremental samples
Lot weight tones (T)
T<1
1<T< 5
5<T<10
10<T<15

No. of incremental samples

10
40
60
80

9.

Incremental Sample Selection: Procedures used to take incremental samples from a peanut
lot are extremely important. Every individual peanut in the lot should have an equal chance
of being chosen. Biases will be introduced by the sample selection methods if equipment and
procedures used to select the incremental samples prohibit or reduce the chances of any item
in the lot from being chosen.

10.

Since there is no way to know if the contaminated peanut kernels are uniformly dispersed
through out the lot, it is essential that the aggregate sample be the accumulation of many
small portions or increments of the product selected from different locations throughout the
lot. If the aggregate sample is larger than desired, it should be blended and subdivided until
the desired laboratory sample size is achieved.

11.

Static Lots: A static lot can be defined as a large mass of peanuts contained either in a single
large container such as a wagon, truck, or railcar or in many small containers such as sacks or
boxes and the peanuts are stationary at the time a sample is selected. Selecting a truly random
sample from a static lot can be difficult because the container may not allow access to all
peanuts.

12.

Taking a aggregate sample from a static lot usually requires the use of probing devices to
select product from the lot. The probing devices used should be specially designed for the
type of container. The probe should (1) be long enough to reach all products, (2) not restrict
any item in the lot from being selected, and (3) not alter the items in the lot. As mentioned
above, the aggregate sample should be a composite from many small increments of product
taken from many different locations throughout the lot.

13.

For lots traded in individual packages, the sampling frequency (SF), or number of packages
that incremental samples are taken from, is a function of the lot weight (LT), incremental
sample weight (IS), aggregate sample weight (AS) and the individual packing weight (IP), as
follows:
Equation 1: SF = (LT x IS) / (AS x IP). The sampling frequency (SF) is the number of
packages sampled. All weights should be in the same mass units such as kg.

14.

Dynamic Lots: True random sampling can be more nearly achieved when selecting an
aggregate sample from a moving stream of peanuts as the lot is transferred, for example, by a
conveyor belt from one location to another. When sampling from a moving stream, take
small increments of product from the entire length of the moving stream; composite the
peanuts to obtain an aggregate sample; if the aggregate sample is larger than the required

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laboratory sample, then blend and subdivide the aggregate sample to obtain the desired size
laboratory sample.
15.

Automatic sampling equipment such as cross-cut samplers are commercially available with
timers that automatically pass a diverter cup through the moving stream at predetermined and
uniform intervals. When automatic equipment is not available, a person can be assigned to
manually pass a cup though the stream at periodic intervals to collect incremental samples.
Whether using automatic or manual methods, small increments of peanuts should be
collected and composited at frequent and uniform intervals throughout the entire time
peanuts flow past the sampling point.

16.

Cross-cut samplers should be installed in the following manner: (1) the plane of the opening
of the diverter cup should be perpendicular to the direction of flow; (2) the diverter cup
should pass through the entire cross sectional area of the stream; and (3) the opening of the
diverter cup should be wide enough to accept all items of interest in the lot. As a general rule,
the width of the diverter cup opening should be about three times the largest dimensions of
the items in the lot.

17.

The size of the aggregate sample (S) in kg, taken from a lot by a cross cut sampler is:
Equation 2: S = (D x LT) / (T x V). D is the width of the diverter cup opening (in cm), LT is
the lot size (in kg), T is interval or time between cup movement through the stream (in
seconds), and V is cup velocity (in cm/sec).

18.

If the mass flow rate of the moving stream, MR (kg/sec), is known, then the sampling
frequency (SF), or number of cuts made by the automatic sampler cup is
Equation 3: SF = (S x V) / (D x MR).

19.

Equation 2 can also be used to compute other terms of interest such as the time between cuts
(T). For example, the required time (T) between cuts of the diverter cup to obtain a 20 kg
aggregate sample from a 30,000 kg lot where the diverter cup width is 5.08 cm (2 inches),
and the cup velocity through the stream 30 cm/sec. Solving for T in Equation 2
T = (5.08 cm x 30,000 kg)/(20 kg x 30 cm/sec) = 254 sec

20.

If the lot is moving at 500 kg per minute, the entire lot will pass through the sampler in 60
minutes and only 14 cuts (14 incremental samples) will be made by the cup through the lot.
This may be considered too infrequent, in that too much product passes through the sampler
between the times the cup cuts through the stream.

21.

Weight of the Incremental Sample: The weight of the incremental sample should be
approximately 200 grams or greater, depending on the total number of increments, to obtain
an aggregate sample of 20kg.

22.

Packaging and transmission of samples: Each laboratory sample shall be placed in a clean,
inert container offering adequate protection from contamination and against damage in
transit. All necessary precautions shall be taken to avoid any change in composition of the
laboratory sample, which might arise during transportation or storage.

23.

Sealing and labeling of samples: Each laboratory sample taken for official use shall be sealed
at the place of sampling and identified. A record must be kept of each sampling, permitting

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each lot to be identified unambiguously and giving the date and place of sampling together
with any additional information likely to be of assistance to the analyst.
24.

Sample Preparation: Precautions: Daylight should be excluded as much as possible during

the procedure, since aflatoxin gradually breaks down under the influence of ultra-violet
light.

25.

Homogenisation Wet Grinding:

As the distribution of aflatoxin is extremely nonhomogeneous, samples should be prepared and especially homogenised with extreme
care. All laboratory sample obtained from aggregate sample is to be used for the
homogenization/wet grinding of the sample.

26.

The sample should be finely ground and mixed thoroughly using a process that approaches as
complete a homogenisation as possible.
The use of a hammer mill with a #14 screen (3.1 mm diameter hole in the screen) has been
proven to represent a compromise in terms of cost and precision. A better homogenisation
(finer grind slurry) can be obtained by more sophisticated equipment, resulting in a lower
sample preparation variance.
Test portion: A minimum test portion size of 100 g taken from the laboratory sample.
Analytical Methods: Background: A criteria-based approach, whereby a set of performance
criteria is established with which the analytical method used should comply, is appropriate.
The criteria-based approach has the advantage that, by avoiding setting down specific details
of the method used, developments in methodology can be exploited without having to
reconsider or modify the specified method. The performance criteria established for methods
should include all the parameters that need to be addressed by each laboratory such as the
detection limit, repeatability coefficient of variation, reproducibility coefficient of variation,
and the percent recovery necessary for various statutory limits. Utilizing this approach,
laboratories would be free to use the analytical method most appropriate for their facilities.
Analytical methods that are accepted by chemists internationally (such as AOAC) may be
used. These methods are regularly monitored and improved depending upon technology.
Table 3: Specific Requirements with which Methods of Analysis should comply
Performance Criteria for Methods of Analysis
Criterion
Blanks
Recovery Aflatoxin
Total

Concentration
Range
All
1- 15 g/kg

Negligible
70 to 110%

Maximum
Permitted Value
-

80 to 110%
Precision RSD
As derived from 2 value derived
Horwitz Equation
from
Horwitz
Equation
Precision RSDr may be calculated as 0.66 times Precision RSDR at the concentration of
interest
R

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> 15 g/kg
All

Recommended Value

The detection limits of the methods used are not stated as the precision values are given
at the concentrations of interest;

The precision values are calculated from the Horwitz equation, i.e.:
RSDR= 2(1-0.5logC)
Where:

RSDR is the relative standard deviation calculated from results generated under
reproducibility conditions [(sR / x ) x 100]

C is the concentration ratio (i.e. 1 = 100g/100g, 0.001 = 1,000 mg/kg)

This is a generalised precision equation, which has been found to be independent of analyte
and matrix but solely dependent on concentration for most routine methods of analysis.
Material required for sampling

Clean food grade containers/pouches

Disposable hand gloves
Spears/scoops
Sealing wax, thread, labels, clothe
Laboratory seal
Label details
Name of processor
Lot/batch number
Date of sampling
Signature of representative of laboratory and processor

Sampling record: The sampling record shall be maintained both by the processor and the
laboratory.
Packaging and transmission of laboratory sample: The laboratory sample must be placed in a
clean, food grade container, which provides secure protection from contamination, damage
and leakage. The container shall be sealed securely, labeled and the sampling record shall be
attached.

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Annexure-IV
MLs OF AFLATOXIN IN PEANUTS & PEANUT PRODUCTS
MLs of aflatoxins shall not exceed the followings in their respective categories. The authorized
laboratories shall analyze peanuts and peanut products for determination of aflatoxin levels for the
following:
Sl.
No.
(i)

(ii)

(iii)

(iv)

(v)

Product categories

Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof, intended for

direct human consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the
exception of crude vegetable oils destined for refining and refined
vegetable oils for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in
g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%).
Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other physical
treatment or further processing, before human consumption or use as
an ingredient in foodstuffs with the exception of groundnuts (peanuts)
for crushing for refined vegetable oil production for exports to EU
(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%).
Groundnuts (peanuts) as bird feed for exports to EU (maximum levels
of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture
content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan and Korea (maximum
levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum
moisture content of 7%)
*Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than the above
(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)

MLs of aflatoxins
g/kg
B1
2

Sum of B1+B2+G1+G2

15

20

20

10

10

15

15

Note:
(i)
Peanuts reporting aflatoxin levels of more than 2 g/kg for B1 and more than 4 g/kg sum of
B1+B2+G1+G2 in one representative analyte after taking into consideration recovery correction factor
shall not qualify for category (i) export.
(ii)
Peanuts reporting aflatoxin levels of more than 8 g/kg for B1 and more than 15 g/kg sum of
B1+B2+G1+G2 in one representative analyte after taking into consideration recovery correction factor
shall not qualify for category (ii) export.
(iii)
Peanuts reporting aflatoxin levels of more than 20 g/kg for B1 and more than 20 g/kg sum of
B1+B2+G1+G2 in one representative analyte after taking into consideration recovery correction factor
shall not qualify for category (iii) export.
(iv)
Peanuts reporting aflatoxin levels of more than 10 g/kg for B1 and more than 10 g/kg sum of
B1+B2+G1+G2 in one representative analyte after taking into consideration recovery correction factor
shall not qualify for category (iv) export.
(v)
Peanuts reporting aflatoxin levels of more than 15 g/kg for B1 and more than 15 g/kg sum of
B1+B2+G1+G2 in one representative analyte after taking into consideration recovery correction factor
shall not qualify for category (v) export.
* Onus of providing information on lower/higher levels of aflatoxins for exports of PPP to an importing
country, as mentioned at Category (v) above shall be of the exporter to APEDA for the purpose of advising to
the authorized laboratories.

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Annexure-V
CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
(i)

General Details

1
2
3
4
5

Lab Test Certificate No.

Certificate date
Name & Address of the exporter
APEDA RCMC No. of the exporter and validity
Type of unit (PPP processing unit, integrated peanut
processing unit, peanut shelling unit, peanut grading unit,
peanut shelling-cum-grading unit, peanuts godown/storage)
from where sample drawn

6
7
8
9
10

Name & Address of the unit from where sample drawn

Type of commodity
Method of sampling followed
Country of exports (please refer sample slip)
Consignment Details:
Lot No.
Number of bags/packages
Quantity (MT)/container
Date of sealing

Peanut and peanut products

processing unit, integrated
peanut processing unit,
peanut shelling unit, peanut
grading unit, peanut
shelling-cum-grading unit,
peanuts godown/storage

Seal No.

(ii)

Test Details

Sr.
No

Test parameter

(Test start date _________ Test end date __________)

Aflatoxin
levels &
moisture
for which
sample
analyzed*

Equip
ment
and
detect
ors
used

Limit of
Quantifica
tion
(LoQ)*

Method of
analysis

2
Aflatoxin B1

(a)

Aflatoxin
B1+B2+G1+G2
Moisture
Content
Aflatoxin B1

(b)
&
(c)

Aflatoxin
B1+B2+G1+G2
Moisture
Content

* Aflatoxins value in g/kg and moisture value in %age

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Aflatoxin
level &
moisture
found
after
applying
recovery
correction
factor*
7

Uncertainty
measurement
()

Recovery
%age*

CERTIFICATE
1. This is to certify that the sample of peanuts and products pertaining to the above consignment
was drawn by our authorized representative from the registered Peanut and peanut products
processing unit, integrated peanut processing unit, peanut shelling unit, peanut grading unit,
peanut shelling-cum-grading unit, peanuts godown/storage unit having APEDA Registration No.
_____ and has been analysed by us for the intended use mentioned on the sample slip. The
sample was tested for the aflatoxin levels and the aflatoxin content in the sample is given in the
above table.
2. The samples were drawn from % of the bags weighing.... kg. per bag from the container load
selected as per the prescribed procedure and were thoroughly mixed and made up into composite
samples. We shall retain one sealed sample for a period of 90 days from the date of sampling.
3. The APEDA recognition of this laboratory is valid as on date of analysis report.
4. Result On the date of issue of this certificate, the above sample conforms/does not conform
(strike out whichever is not applicable) for the following intended use:
(i)

(ii)

(iii)

(iv)

(v)

Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof, intended for

direct human consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the
exception of crude vegetable oils destined for refining and refined
vegetable oils for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in
g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other physical
treatment or further processing, before human consumption or use as
an ingredient in foodstuffs with the exception of groundnuts (peanuts)
for crushing for refined vegetable oil production for exports to EU
(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) as bird feed for exports to EU (maximum levels
of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture
content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan and Korea (maximum levels
of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture
content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than the above
(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)

5. This certificate is not valid if the seal numbers indicated above do not match with the seal numbers on the
bags/packages/lots/pallet or if the seals are tampered.
6. Our analytical findings reflect the quality of the sample at the time of sampling. No responsibility can be
expected for the possible consequences of further development of Aflatoxin, which may depend upon
storage, handling and weather conditions that may influence the results at a later date/time.

Date:
Place:

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Seal A

Signature of authorized signatory of

Authorized Laboratory

Annexure-VI
APPLICATION FORM FOR GRANT OF CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTS
(To be submitted by exporter to APEDA)
To:
APEDA
This is to certify that the authorised representative of ___ (laboratory) has drawn samples of peanuts and
peanut products and tested as per Trade Notice No. Trade Notice No: Apeda/Q/2011 Date: 15.06.2011 and
has sealed each bag/package/lot of the consignment bearing the following details:
1
2
3
4
5
6

Name of the Laboratory

Lab Test Report No (please enclose printed copy)
Name & Address of the exporter
APEDA RCMC No. of the exporter and validity
Country of exports
Consignment Details

Lot No.
Number of bags/ packages
Quantity (MT)/container
Date of sealing
Seal No.
Intended use (tick whichever is applicable)

(i)

(ii)

(iii)
(iv)
(v)

Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof, intended for direct human
consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the exception of crude
vegetable oils destined for refining and refined vegetable oils for exports to EU
(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum
moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment or
further processing, before human consumption or use as an ingredient in foodstuffs
with the exception of groundnuts (peanuts) for crushing for refined vegetable oil
production for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a
product with maximum moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) as bird feed for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins
in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan and Korea (maximum levels of
aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than the above (maximum
levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content
of 7%)

It is requested that Certificate of Export may please be issued to enable us effect shipment of the above
consignment to _____ (country name).
Date:
Place:

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Authorised signatory
Name:
Designation:

Annexure-VII
MONTHLY STATEMENT OF EXPORTERWISE SAMPLES TESTED BY AUTHORIZED LABORATORIES
(TO BE SUBMITTED BY AUTHORIZED LABORATORIES TO NRL)

Sl.
No.

Name of PPP :
(i) peanut processing unit,

integrated peanut
processing unit
(ii) shelling unit, grading
unit, shelling-cum-grading

unit
(iii) godown/storage

APEDA Registration No. of:

(i) peanut processing unit,

integrated peanut
processing unit

Lab Test
Certificate No.

Stuffing/Loading
Summary of Test Results
Certificate No. and
quantity (MT)

(ii) shelling unit, grading

unit, shelling-cum-grading

unit
(iii) godown/storage

Category
Level of
aflatoxin content (g/kg)
Samples passed
Samples failed
(i)Aflatoxin B1
(ii)Aflatoxin B1+B2+G1+G2

Date:
Place:

Signature
Name of authorized signatory
Name of Laboratory

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Annexure-VIII
QUARTERLY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF TEST REPORTS
(TO BE SUBMITTED BY NATIONAL REFERRAL LABORATORY TO APEDA)
Reports received during this period
Name and address of the unit
Place of testing
Products
Number of batches

[ ]

Months/Quarter wise

1st
2nd
3rd
4th

Number of samples tested

[ ]

Nos.

January
April
July
October

February
May
August
November

March
June
September
December

Wt. in kg

Total

Nos.

Passed
Failed
APEDA Guideline
APEDA Guideline

Sampling procedure followed

Name of aflatoxins tested

Sl.
No.

Batch No.

Batch size
(kg)

Name of
aflatoxin*

Level of Aflatoxin
(g/kg)/ ppb

Aflatoxin levels
found (g/kg)/
ppb

Method
of
analysis

Compliances (Yes)
on-compliance (No);
(Internal Alert
Information Number)

Date of
analysis
completion

1.
2.
3.
4.
* Aflatoxin metabolites not detected/below limits as per Annexure IV.

Place: NRCG Pune

Date:

Signature of the authority of National Referral Laboratory

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Annexure-IX
INTERNAL ALERT INFORMATION
(TO BE ISSUED BY NATIONAL REFERRAL LABORATORY)
National Research Center for Grapes (NRCG) Pune 412 307
Tel.: +91-20-26956002, EPABX: +91-20-26956000 Fax: +91-20-26956099
Email: dirnrcg@gmail.com; dirnrcg@icar.org.in; nrcgrapes@gmail.com; apedanrl@gmail.com
Original

Alert Information No

Page: No__ of ___Pages

Sub: Detection of _____ aflatoxins beyond permissible levels
1.
2.

Name of processing unit/exporter

APEDA RCMC No. of exporter

(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)

:
:
:
:
:
:

Peanut processing unit

Integrated peanut processing unit
Peanut shelling unit
Peanut grading unit
Peanut shelling-cum-grading unit
Peanuts godown/storage unit

3.
4.
5.
6.

Code Number of the produce, if any

Date of processing
Date of sampling
Place of sampling

7.
8.

Date of analysis
:
Findings of the analysis
__________________________________________________________________

9.

Recommendations by National Referral Laboratory

__________________________________________________________________

Date:
Place:

:
:
:
Peanut processing unit
Integrated peanut processing unit
Peanut shelling unit
Peanut grading unit
Peanut shelling-cum-grading unit
Peanuts godown/storage unit

Signature of the Authorized

Signatory of the National Referral
Laboratory along with seal

Copies to:
1. Concerned unit/exporter
2. All authorized laboratories
3. APEDA

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Annexure-X
Agricultural and Processed Food Products
Export Development Authority
3rd Floor, NCUI Building, 3 Siri Institutional Area,
August Kranti Marg, Hauz Khas, New Delhi 110 016
CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTS
This is to certify that the consignment of peanuts and peanut products with the following details qualifies for export to
__ (country name) with respect to aflatoxin levels:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Certificate of export No. and date

Validity of the Certificate of export
Name & Address of the exporter
APEDA RCMC No.
Name & Address of Peanut and peanut products processing unit
Country of exports
Details of consignment:
Lot No.
Number of bags
Quantity (MT)/container
Date of sealing
Seal No.

8
9
10

Lab Test Certificate No. and date

Name & address of Laboratory
Intended use (tick whichever is applicable):
Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof, intended for direct human
consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the exception of crude vegetable oils
destined for refining and refined vegetable oils for exports to EU (maximum levels of
aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other physical treatment or further
processing, before human consumption or use as an ingredient in foodstuffs with the
exception of groundnuts (peanuts) for crushing for refined vegetable oil production for
exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan and Korea (maximum levels of aflatoxins in
g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)
Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than the above (maximum levels of
aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

This certificate is not valid if the seal numbers indicated above do not match with the seal numbers on the
bags/packages/lots/pallet or if the seals are tampered.
Date:
Place:

Authorized signatory of APEDA

Name:
Designation:

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Annexure-XI
CERTIFICATE OF CONTAINER STUFFING/LOADING
This is to certify that the consignment of peanuts and peanut products with the following
details has been stuffed/loaded into the container for export to ______ (country name).
1
2
3

Container stuffing/loading Certificate No. and date

Validity of the certificate
Name & Address of the exporter

Country of exports

Invoice No. & date

Commodity (tick whichever is applicable)

(i)

Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof, intended for

direct human consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the
exception of crude vegetable oils destined for refining and refined
vegetable oils for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in
g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(ii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other physical

treatment or further processing, before human consumption or use as
an ingredient in foodstuffs with the exception of groundnuts
(peanuts) for crushing for refined vegetable oil production for
exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a
product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(iii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) as bird feed for exports to EU (maximum

levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum
moisture content of 7%)

(iv)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan and Korea (maximum

levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum
moisture content of 7%)

(v)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than the above

(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)

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Details of consignment:

8
9
10
11
12
13
14

Lot No.
Number of bags/ packages
Quantity (MT)/container (gross)
Date of sealing
Seal No.
Grade and variety of the produce
Date of stuffing/loading into the container
Address where stuffing/loading carried out
Port of discharge
Country of final destination
Seal No. of the container
Lab Test Certificate No. date and validity
CERTIFICATE

1. It is certified that stuffing/loading of the packages/bags/pallets of the above consignment

has been carried out at the place of sampling. In case of shifting/relocation of the goods
has taken place, it is with the prior consent of this laboratory.
2. The seal numbers of the bags are the same as those at the time of sampling.
3. Stuffing/loading of peanuts and peanut products into the containers has been carried out
under the supervision of the authorized official of this laboratory.
4. It is certified that after stuffing/loading, the authorized official of this laboratory has sealed
the container.
5. It is verified that the Certificate of Export issued by APEDA has allowed the shipment of
the consignment of peanuts and peanut products the details of which are given above.
6. To prevent sweating and condensation the exporter has placed suitable moisture observer in
the container.

Date:
Place:

Seal

Signature of authorized signatory of

Authorized Laboratory

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Annexure-XII
Format of declaration (To be given by the exporter on their letterhead to the PSC issuing
authority)
1)
2)

3)
4)
5)

6)
7)
8)
9)

10)
11)
Date:
Place:

I,____ resident of ____,have/operate from PPP unit having APEDA Registration of unit
No. ___ dated ____ valid up to ___and which is located at the following address:
I/We, hereby, certify that ________ MTs of PPP have been processed/procured for export
from APEDA Registration of unit No.________ dated ____ valid up to ___and which is
located at the following address:
a)
___________ renewed on ________
b)
___________ renewed on ________
c)
___________ renewed on ________ etc.
The laboratory analysis reports bearing No. __________ dated ________pertains to the PPP
quantities referred to in para (2) above.
I/We propose to effect export of the PPP referred to above to _______ (destination)
and these have been processed and packed under my supervision in the registered unit
referred to in para (1) above.
I/We certify that the PPP referred to above are contained in _______ number of
bags/packs and that the laboratory analysis report establishes that the PPP do not
contain exceeding MLs of aflatoxins with respect to the destination, referred to in para
(4) above, stated in Annexure - IV of the Procedures for Export of Peanuts and peanut
products.
I/We certify that I/we have satisfied my/ourselves that the relevant Regulations of the
importing countries as on date as regards the product quality, quarantine and food safety
concerns have been complied with in respect of the PPP referred to above.
I/We certify that I/we have verified the registration records from where PPP have been
sourced for this consignment and that the PPP fulfills the procedure laid down in the
Procedures for Export of Peanuts and peanut products.
I/We certify that the consignment covered by this declaration does not contain PPP from
unregistered PPP units whose registration has been cancelled/suspended or units that have
not cleared registration.
I/We certify that, as on this date, the NRL has not issued any Internal Alert
Information in respect of the samples drawn by them from the PPP unit (referred to in
para - 1 above).
OR
It is certified that the NRL had issued an alert for PPP Registration No. _____vide
Internal Alert Information No.___ and, subsequently, the same has been revoked vide
their Notification No._____after re-sampling.(strike out whichever is not applicable)
I/We certify that the inspection of the above consignment has been carried out
by____(name of laboratory) inspection No. ______ pertains to the above consignment.
I/We certify that the above information/declaration is true and correct.
Signature of Authorized Signatory
of Exporter/PPP unit Name and address

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Annexure-XIII
PROCEDURE FOR DEALING WITH REJECTIONS/COMPLAINTS
1.

An intimation alongwith copy of the rejection/complaint shall be disseminated by APEDA

through email to authorized laboratory, NRL and concerned exporter. APEDA may seek
clarification from the importing country/Health Authorities, if required.
APEDA shall put the unit under Internal Alert and intimate the concerned exporter within next
seven days. However, the exporter will not be stopped from exporting, as a consequence of
internal Alert and APEDA will continue to issue Certificate of Exports, subject to procedure
laid down in this document. The unit will be required to submit the following information within
seven days:
i)

Full particulars of the consignment such as product name, quantity, batch code/grade
along with self-attested copies of related documents such as certificate for export, health
certificate, bill of lading, etc. and also source of raw materials used for processing and
export.

ii)

Test reports of finished products including the pre export test report for aflatoxins
pertaining to the consignment.

iii)

The particulars of groundnuts and groundnut products held in stock by the processor.

iv)

Feedback regarding the reason for rapid alert or rejection.

v)

Additional information, if any, relevant to the rejection/complaint.

If the exporter fails to submit the information mentioned above and feedback, APEDA shall be at
liberty to deny issue of Certificate of Exports and/or NOC to the exporter. The feedback received
pertaining to respective rejection/complaint from the concerned exporter, shall be obtained
within twenty days of dissemination of the rejection/complaint to the exporter.
An advice shall be issued by APEDA to the concerned exporter for rigorous implementation and
review of food safety management systems alongwith suggested corrective action for ensuring
compliances so as to ensure non-occurrence of rejection/complaint.
APEDA shall take samples for testing of five consecutive consignments of groundnuts after
sending rejection/complaint to the exporter. The exporter shall inform APEDA at least 3 days in
advance of such consignment so that necessary arrangements can be made to collect samples by
representative of APEDA. Samples would be jointly collected by APEDA representative
alongwith the representative of laboratory. The cost of such testing will be borne by the
concerned exporter.
2.

Information from the laboratory, which had tested the product in question:
i)

Every laboratory involved with the consignment in question by way of sampling and

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testing of the pre-shipment samples in respect of the contaminant(s) which caused the
rejection, shall be informed by APEDA about the complaint with a request to investigate
into the matter.

3.

ii)

The laboratory will submit complete set of chromatograph of test done to APEDA

iii)

The labs shall send the retained samples to NRL so that NRL can conduct test of retained
samples. The results from NRL would be sent to APEDA, which would be required for
the purpose of assessment of the facility.

Assessment of the facility for conducting Root-Cause Analysis

i)

APEDA will carry out a root cause analysis at the plant level and send a detailed report
on the proposed corrective actions and measures to prevent the recurrence.

ii)

The periodicity of verification by APEDA shall be on quarterly basis depending on

occurrence of the rejection/complaint. The cost pertaining to verification visit by APEDA
to the concerned unit/storage of the exporters shall be borne by the respective exporter.
APEDA shall organize verification visit to such concerned units/storage godowns of the
exporters on quarterly basis until APEDA is satisfied with their performance.

iii)

Assessment to be carried out by IDP, consisting of one representative each from

APEDA, NRL, DGR and representative from respective state Government to be
constituted by APEDA. The root-cause analysis would involve the following:
-

Determine the cause of contamination/rejection

Suggest remedial measures so as to prevent further rejection and to collect details of
the rejected consignment, in case the same has not been received.
A detailed root cause analysis by the panel (including audit of primary production
facilities to ascertain the actual cause of rejection.
The IDP shall avoid concluding that the cause for the complaint/rejection could not
be found without substantiated justification.

Assessment shall include

Implementation of HACCP and pre-requisite programme of the unit covering all applicable
areas.
Control measures exercised by the unit at all stages of production, storage and transportation,
including GMP, sanitary controls, personal hygiene control, pest control, calibration, record
keeping, etc.
Source of raw materials, traceability system of the unit, testing of raw materials pre-export
test reports as applicable, transportation etc.
Internal audits including primary production, training of employees, validation of HACCP
plan/validation of critical limits.

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Report may contain

Source and other details of raw materials for the rejected consignment.
Control measures exercised by the unit at all stages of production starting from primary
production to prevent development of aflatoxins.
Hygiene and sanitation procedures adopted by the unit. GMP, control on water, personal
hygiene control, pest control etc., as applicable
Details of review of HACCP, amendments, internal audits, training, validation HACCP
plan/critical limit, calibration etc., as applicable.
Details of investigation carried out by the unit in the light of the rejection and corrective
action taken/proposed to be taken.
Details of pre-export testing of the rejected consignment.
Performance of the unit during surveillance visits
Details of monitoring/supervisory visits, HACCP audits and test results of monitoring samples.
Whether the implementation of HACCP and pre-requisite programmes is satisfactory.
Implementation of the recommendations given, if any, based on earlier rejection/complaint
Possible reasons for rejection of consignment and identified root cause with justification.
Suggestions for remedial measures to prevent recurrence.

In case Assessment report is found satisfactory the internal alert will be revoked. In case the
report is unsatisfactory, APEDA would ask the unit to stop further exports of groundnut till
corrective action is taken and deficiencies rectified.
4.

Revocation of Internal alert will be done if

The assessment report of the unit indicates satisfactory performance of the processing facilit y
based on proper hygienic conditions and implementation of HACCP;
The periodical monitoring conducted by APEDA during the past three months indicates
satisfactory performance of the unit and previous HACCP audit report is satisfactory;
Audit Report on the primary linkages, done by APEDA is satisfactory and suggestions are
implemented by the unit.

5.

In case of exporter requesting for an NOC to bring back the rejected cargo, the same will be issued by
APEDA. Subsequent to issue of NOC by APEDA, it shall obtain a self certified copy of Bill of Entry
within three months of issue of NOC from the concerned exporter. In case the exporter needs extension
for submission of Bill of Entry, APEDA may consider the same as deemed appropriate. In case the
exporter fails to submit copy of Bill of Entry within a reasonable period, APEDA shall deny issue of
Certificate of Exports and/or NOC to the exporter.

6.

In case the control sample passes, APEDA shall take up with the importing country to withdraw
rejection/complaint.

7.

APEDA shall submit a copy of each NOC issued to import the consignment to FSSAI as well as
usages of the produce. It will also advise the FSSAI to permit import of rejected cargo provided
it is allowed for its intended usage.

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Annexure-XIV
FORMAT OF APPLICATION TO OBTAIN NOC FOR REJECTED CONSIGNMENTS
The exporters on receipt of rejection/complaint intimation from APEDA shall submit the
following information for obtaining NOC to import the rejected consignment(s) of PPP to APEDA.
1
2

Reason of rejection of consignment

Name & Address of the exporter

3
4
5
6
7

Name & Address of importer and country of imports

APEDA RCMC No. and validity
Laboratory analysis certificate No. and date
Certificate of Export No. and date
Container stuffing certificate No. and date

8
9
10

Invoice No. & date of consignment

B/L No. & date of the rejected consignment
Commodity exported under the category (tick whichever is
applicable)

(i)

Groundnuts (peanuts) and processed products thereof, intended for

direct human consumption or as an ingredient in foodstuffs, with the
exception of crude vegetable oils destined for refining and refined
vegetable oils for exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in
g/kg related to a product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(ii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) to be subjected to sorting or other physical

treatment or further processing, before human consumption or use as
an ingredient in foodstuffs with the exception of groundnuts
(peanuts) for crushing for refined vegetable oil production for
exports to EU (maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a
product with maximum moisture content of 7%)

(iii)

Groundnuts (peanuts) as bird feed for exports to EU (maximum

levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum
moisture content of 7%)

(iv)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to Japan and Korea (maximum

levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with maximum
moisture content of 7%)

(v)

Groundnuts (peanuts) for exports to countries other than the above

(maximum levels of aflatoxins in g/kg related to a product with
maximum moisture content of 7%)

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11

Details of consignment at the time of exports:

12
13
14
15
16

Lot No.
Number of bags/ packages
Quantity (MT)/container (gross)
Date of sealing
Seal No.
Grade and variety of the produce
Port of imports
Country and port of exports
Likely date of arrival of rejected consignment in Indian port
Usage of the produce

Date:
Place:

Signature of Exporter
(Name of Exporter)
CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that, the above information is correct to the best of my/our knowledge. On
arrival of the rejected consignment in any border post of India, I/we undertake to follow the
procedure for dealing with rejected consignments as established in this document and shall not
undertake exports until having establishing appropriate food safety compliance as per the
requirements of the importing country. I/we shall intimate to APEDA on arrival of the rejected
consignment in Indian border post.

Date:
Place:

Signature of Exporter
(Name of Exporter)
UNDERTAKING

1.
I/we undertake to inform to APEDA as soon as the rejected consignment arrives and shall
allow drawl of samples as per procedure given in Annexure-III of this document at my own cost.
2.
In case the produce or any batch of the produce of the consignment fails to aflatoxins levels
of Indian national standards, I/we shall be responsible for destruction of the imported consignment.
3.
I/we agree that in case I/we fail to comply with the procedure given in Annexure-XII of this
document, APEDA may decide to deny issue of Certificate of Exports as well as subsequent NOC to
import the rejected consignment and take any other action as deemed fit.
Date:
Place:

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Signature of Exporter
(Name of Exporter)

Appendix-A
FORMAT OF HEALTH CERTIFICATE FOR EXPORTS OF PEANUTS AND PEANUT PRODUCTS TO EU
.(*)
Consignment CodeCertificate Number
According to the provisions of Commission implementing Regulation (EU) No. 884/2014 imposing specific conditions
governing the import of certain feed and food from certain third countries due to contamination risk by aflatoxins and
repealing Regulations (EC) No. 1152/2009, the

(Competent authority referred to in Article 5(2) of Regulation)

CERTIFIES that the ............................... (insert food referred to in Article 1 of Regulation)
of this consignment composed of ......................................................................................................................................

. (description of consignment, product, number and type of packages, gross or net weight)
embarked at ........................... (embarkation place)
by (identification of transporter)
going to (place and country of destination)
which comes from the establishment.
. (name and address of establishment)
have been produced, sorted, handled, processed, packaged and transported in line with good hygiene practices.
From this consignment, samples were taken in accordance with the Union legislation

Commission Regulation (EC) No. 152/2009

Commission Regulation (EC) No.401/2006

on.. (date), subjected to laboratory analysis on .

(date) in the ..
(name of laboratory), to determine the level of aflatoxin B1 for feed and the level of aflatoxin B1 and level of total
aflatoxin contamination for food. The details of sampling, methods of analysis used and all results are attached.
This certificate is valid until..
Done at .on.

Stamp and signature of

Authorized representative of competent authority referred to in Article 5(2) of Regulation
______________
(*) Product and country of origin.

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Appendix-B
FORMAT OF HEALTH CERTIFICATE FOR EXPORTS OF PEANUTS AND PEANUT PRODUCTS TO MALAYSIA

Guidelines for design, production, issuance and use of generic official certificates (CAC/GL 38-2001)
LOGO/LETTERHEAD
GENERIC MODEL OFFICIAL CERTIFICATE
COUNTRY:

CERTIFICATE TYPE

1. Consignor/Exporter :

2. Certificate number :
3.

3. Competent Authority:

4.

4. Certifying body:

5. Consignee/Importer :
6. Country of origin :

ISO code:

7. Country of destination :

ISO code:

8. Place of loading:
9. Means of transport :

10.

11. Conditions for transport/storage:

13. Identification of container(s) Seal Number(s):

10. Declared point of entry :

12. Total quantity* :
14. Total number of packages:

15. Identification of food products as described below (multiple lines may be used for multiple products)
No.

Nature of the food,

where appropriate

commodity code (HS code)

Species*

No.

Producer/Manufacturer

Approval number of establishments*

Region or compartment of origin

No.

Name of the product

Lot Identifier*

No. of Packages

Type of packaging

Intended purpose

Net weight

16. Attestations: This is to certify that the above mentioned consignment is free from aflatoxin/contains aflatoxin not
exceeding the maximum permitted level allowed by the Malaysian Food Regulations 1985 and is safe for human
consumption. This is based on inspection and the attached Certificate of Analysis.
17: Certifying officer :
Name:

Official position :

Date :

Signature :

Official Stamp:

The generic model official certificate should be read in conjunction with the explanatory notes.
*If required

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Appendix-C
Format of Certificate of Quality for exports of PPP to Russian Federation
Certificate of Groundnut Quality No____________
Organization issuing certificate
Dated ________

_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________

________ 200

Normative document______________________________________________________
Point of Loading
______________
Consignor
__________________
Destination
______________
Consignee
__________________
Bill of Lading No
______________
Contract No
__________________
Weight, Kg
______________
Number of bags __________________
Name of the Milling Plant_____________ Year of harvest
__________________
Transport facility
_____________
(Vessel, its name, container No)
Month & Year of Processing ____________
Type ____________________________ Moisture, %
______________
Colour _____________________________ Foreign matter, %
______________
Smell _____________________________ including inorganic and
organic (summary), % ______________
Insect infestation, exe/kg _______________ Cultivated and plant wild seeds, %_______
Oil-bearing crops admixture, %__________
including broken, corroded
and germinated, %____________________
Conformation of compliance to the safety requirements
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
Special notes________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Head of laboratory or authorized persons signature ___________
(Signature)

_______________
(Name)

Stamp place
N.B. : This certificate of quality is accompanied by Appendix to the Groundnut Certificate of
Quality No..dated
______________________________________________________________________________
N.B. : In case of changes of regulations declaring the safety and quality parameters of groundnut,
appropriate changes may be made in this document.

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Attachment to the Groundnut Quality Certificate No. ________Dated ______

____ 200

Purpose of analysis: safety requirements conformity assessment

Name of product:
Result of testing: Protocol of testing No __________________Dated___________________
No.

Testing

Units

1.
1.1

Pesticides
Hexachlorocyclohexane (, ,
- isomers)
DDT and its metabolites
Hexachlorbenzol
Quicksilver-organic pesticides
2,4 D Acid its salt and ether
Phenitrothion
Mycotoxins
Aflatoxin B1

Mg/kg

1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5.
1.6
2.
2.1.

3.

Radionuclides

3.1
3.2
4.
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
5.

Caesium-137
Strontium-90
Toxic elements
Lead
Arsenic
Cadmium
Quicksilver
Information about GMO
components contain

6.

Information about pesticides

treatment during growing, storage
and date of last treatment
Other safety characteristics

7.

Actual contains of toxic

matters in rice

Maximum permissible level of

toxic matters in groundnuts in
accordance
with
Russian
legislation)

0,5
0,15
0,01
*Not Allowed
*Not Allowed
0,1
Mg/kg
0,005

Bq/kg

According to the letter No

AERB/VC/76/2008-14 dt.
3.1.2008
from
Atomic
Energy Regulatory Board,
Govt. of India regarding
radio nuclides.

70
90
Mg/kg
1,0
0,3
0,1
0,05
According to the letter No. 16/3/2006-CS-II dated 4.12.2007 from
Ministry of Environment & Forests, Government of India no GM
crops in Groundnut in commercial production in India.

Specify
Specify

* Please state the Limit of Detection (LOD).

Head of laboratory or authorized persons signature

_________
(Signature)

Stamp place
NB: This Attachment is not valid without Certificate of quality.
*******

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_________
(Name)

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