For some specific trades limited exceptions to the cargo cleanliness standards may be granted by the Regional Quality Department.
Suggested points for consideration when exceptions are requested:
- Biosecurity and/or Import Standards in the discharge region
- Risk of bio contamination to the vessel, other cargo or to the discharge region
- Risk of any dirt or debris from the cargo contaminating the vessel
- Ability to survey the cargo
- Any further operational safety and quality risks
- Exceptions are granted on a shipment-by-shipment basis unless otherwise advised by Regional Quality Department