Commodity
1005 Maize Grain
Measures Applicable to the Commodity
1. Importation of Controlled Horticultural Products for Animal Feed
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Goods | 31/12/2014 | |
To import feed-grade horticultural products for animal feed, an importer must obtain a trade import permit from the NAB and pay the required fees. The permit will only be issued once payment proof is provided, and the product must not be used for human consumption. NAB inspectors will verify the import at the border and conduct inspections, with costs covered by the importer. |
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2. Importation of Controlled Agronomy Products for Donation
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations | Goods | 31/12/2014 | |
The NAB can issue import permits for donated horticultural products for humanitarian purposes, but only after considering the local market impact. Importers must complete a form, provide required documents, and follow all import procedures, ensuring that the products are not sold in Namibia and comply with other regulatory requirements. |
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3. Small-Scale Importation of Controlled Agronomy Products for Personal and Commercial use
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Goods | 31/12/2014 | |
Individuals can import up to 200kg of grains per month for personal use without needing an import permit, but the consignment will be recorded by border inspectors. For commercial imports of 250kg to 500kg per month, an import permit is required, and such imports are not allowed during close border periods. |
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4. Permit Application to Import, Export, Transit Pertaining to Controlled Agronomy Products
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permit Requirement | Goods | 31/12/2014 | |
5. Registration Requirements to Import, Export, and Transit Rules to Controlled Agronomy Products
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Requirement | Goods | 31/12/2014 | |
6. Registration as an Importer of Controlled Products
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Requirement | Goods | ||
Importers of controlled products must register with the Board and hold the necessary certificates for horticultural trading or milling. Entities involved in the production, processing, storage, and marketing of controlled products must also submit required information to the Board. |
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7. Restrictions related to Importation of Controlled Products: Agronomy and Horticultural
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restriction | Goods | 31/12/2014 | |
Import restrictions may apply to certain controlled products, and permits won't be issued for restricted or soon to be restricted products, with updates regularly published on the Board's website. |
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8. Inspection Required to the Importation of Controlled Agronomy and Horticultural Products
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspection Requirement | Goods | 31/12/2014 | |
At the port of entry, the Border Control Inspector checks all documents to ensure that consignments of controlled products meet import permit conditions and regulations. If the consignment is cleared, it can proceed, but if it's rejected, it will be detained until the issues are resolved. After inland inspection, if the product meets requirements, it will be approved for further processing or distribution; otherwise, a rejection report is issued, and the importer must submit and execute a disposal plan within a set timeframe. |
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9. Prohibitions on the Importation of Controlled Agronomy Products
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prohibited Goods | Goods | 31/12/2014 | |
10. Interpretation
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | Goods | 05/10/1992 | |