USDA Animal Byproducts Import Permit Processing
Bringing your animal-derived materials to the U.S.—compliant, efficient, and ready for entry
Importing animal-derived products into the U.S. requires more than a clear product description—it demands regulatory precision. Our Veterinary Services (VS) 16-3 Import Permit Processing Service is designed to support exporters and U.S. importers of animal byproducts by managing all steps required under USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Veterinary Services regulations. Whether your product is a single commodity or a complex formulation, we help ensure each ingredient meets U.S. import requirements with clarity, compliance, and confidence.
Regulatory Basis
- • 9 CFR Part 94 – USDA APHIS Veterinary Services regulations for controlled animal product imports
- • Application submission through the APHIS eFile system
Who This Is For
- • U.S. importers of animal byproducts (e.g., processed proteins, pet food ingredients, rendered fats, tallow, dairy derivatives)
- • Exporters seeking U.S. entry clearance for multi-origin or mixed-ingredient animal-derived products
- • Customs brokers, logistics coordinators, and trade compliance professionals handling APHIS-regulated shipments
Scope of Work
Commodity and Ingredient Eligibility Review
- • Assess product admissibility based on composition and origin using USDA’s ACIR and VS databases
- • Identify ingredient-specific restrictions, import conditions, and required veterinary documentation
- • For multi-ingredient products:
- ○ Determine if individual ingredients are regulated separately
- ○ Create an ingredient eligibility matrix to guide permit coverage
Application Preparation
- • Collect and validate facility, manufacturer, and contact information
- • Collect and assess product or ingredient-level data, such as:
- ○ Scientific names and animal origin (species, country of origin, country of export)
- ○ Intended use (e.g., pet food, fertilizer, R&D)
- ○ Processing method and treatment documentation
- ○ Packaging, shipping method, and labeling
USDA eFile Account Setup (for initial applications)
- • Assist client in creating and setting up their eFile account (if not already active)
- • Add company information, authorized contacts, and assign application access
Application Submission and Monitoring
- • Submit the application(s) on behalf of the client
- • Communicate with USDA-APHIS to address requests for additional information or clarification
Permit Issuance and Acceptance
- • Confirm and review permit conditions
- • Accept final permit in eFile and forward USDA-issued copy to the client
Special Case: Multi-Ingredient Products Regulated Per Ingredient
- If USDA requires each ingredient in a product to be permitted separately, we will:
- • Perform individual eligibility reviews per regulated ingredient
- • Prepare and submit separate applications as needed
- • Coordinate all submissions under a centralized USDA eFile account
- • Provide a consolidated permit tracking matrix to assist with recordkeeping and entry compliance
Post-Issuance Support
- • Provide guidance on permit renewal and document updates
- • Recommendations for future correspondences or facility changes (if applicable)
Deliverables
- • Finalized APHIS eFile Application Submission Record(s)
- • USDA-issued Import Permit(s) with Permit Numbers
- • Permit Conditions Reference Guide(s)
- • eFile Account Documentation
Pricing and Timeline
| Service Details | Price per material/ingredient* |
|---|---|
| Single Material Permit Application** (one-time, 5 to 10 business days) | $550.00 + USDA fees |
| Multi-ingredient Application (for materials comprising multiple components regulated separately) (one-time, 5 to 10 business days) | $500 per subsequent material + USDA fees |
| Permit Amendment Processing (one-time, 5 to 10 business days) | $375.00 + USDA fees |
| Permit Renewal Maintenance (annual subscription) | $175.00/year + USDA fees |
Note:
- *USDA permitting fees and processing time are excluded from the quote. Approval times may vary depending on application complexity and agency workload.
- **If upon initial input on the APHIS eFile the import material has been found to comprise of ingredients that are regulated separately, additional fees apply to facilitate permit application for each subsequent material.
Optional Add-Ons
• FSVP Agent Representation – starts at $199/year
• FSVP Importer Compliance Toolkit – $1,550.00
Let our team handle the permits and regulations, so you can focus on growth and trade.
Contact us to start your smooth import facilitation today.
Disclaimer:
Services provide assessment and/or submission facilitation based on the available documentation to facilitate compliance per applicable regulations, but do not constitute assured regulatory approval, nor do they guarantee market acceptance, regulatory clearance, or product sales in the target market.