USDA Plant Import Permit Processing
Bringing your fresh produce to the U.S. — compliant, efficient, and ready for market
Entering the U.S. market with plant-based products requires more than just a strong product—it demands regulatory precision. Our Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) 587 Import Permit Processing Service assists U.S. importers and foreign exporters with the preparation, submission, monitoring, maintenance, and renewal of USDA APHIS Plant Import Permit applications. Whether you are importing fresh produce, seeds, propagative materials, or other regulated botanical articles, we help simplify the permitting process while supporting compliance with applicable USDA APHIS requirements.
Regulatory Basis
- • 7 CFR Part 319 – Foreign Quarantine Notices (Plants and Plant Products)
- • 7 CFR Part 330 – Federal Plant Pest Regulations
- • 7 CFR Part 340 – Movement of Organisms Modified or Produced Through Genetic Engineering (where applicable)
- • Plant Protection Act (7 U.S.C. § 7701 et seq.)
- • Permit application administered through USDA APHIS PPQ Form 587
- • Application submission through the USDA APHIS eFile System
Who this is for
- • U.S. importers of plants, plant products, seeds, propagative materials, nursery stock, fruits, grains, and other regulated botanical articles
- • Foreign exporters shipping regulated plant materials to the United States
- • Customs brokers, freight forwarders, distributors, and trade compliance professionals managing USDA-regulated plant imports
Scope of Work
1. Information Gathering
We collect and organize all information required for the USDA APHIS PPQ 587 application, including:
- • Importer and permittee information
- • Business contact information
- • Scientific and common names
- • Country of origin and export
- • Intended use
- • Plant article type
- • Ports of entry
- • Transportation method
- • Quantity and packaging
- • Supporting documentation
- • Phytosanitary information
- • Treatment documentation (if applicable)
2. Commodity Eligibility Assessment
Depending on the selected service option, we may perform a preliminary review to determine whether your commodity appears eligible for USDA permitting. Our review may include:
- • Scientific name verification
- • Commodity classification
- • Country-specific admissibility review
- • Intended use evaluation
- • Identification of required supporting documentation
- • Review of phytosanitary requirements
- • Identification of potential restrictions or prohibitions
3. USDA eAuthentication & APHIS eFile Assistance
For new applicants, we assist with:
- • USDA eAuthentication account setup
- • APHIS eFile access
- • Company profile configuration
- • User authorization
- • Existing account review, when applicable
4. PPQ 587 Application Preparation
We prepare the USDA Plant Import Permit application by:
- • Completing PPQ Form 587
- • Entering commodity information
- • Uploading supporting documentation
- • Reviewing application completeness
- • Coordinating applicant authorization
5. Application Submission
Once approved by the client, we:
- • Submit the PPQ 587 application through APHIS eFile
- • Monitor application status
- • Coordinate responses to USDA requests
- • Assist with requests for additional information
6. Permit Issuance
Upon approval, we:
- • Accept the issued permit within APHIS eFile
- • Provide the official USDA-issued permit
- • Review permit conditions
- • Provide guidance regarding permit validity and renewal considerations
7. Permit Updates & Resubmissions
The service includes:
- • Monitoring application status
- • Coordination of USDA correspondence
- • Up to two (2) application revisions, resubmissions, or replacement submissions per commodity, when required
8. Inadmissibility or Exemption Assessment
If USDA regulations indicate that a commodity is prohibited, inadmissible, or exempt from permitting, we provide a written assessment documenting the applicable regulatory basis before proceeding with any submission.
Deliverables
- • Finalized PPQ 587 Application Submission Record
- • USDA-issued Plant Import Permit with Permit Number (if approved)
- • Permit Conditions Reference Guide (if applicable)
- • Written Assessment Report for Inadmissible or Exempt Commodities (where applicable)
- • USDA APHIS eFile Account Documentation
Pricing and Timeline
| Service | Fee (USD) | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Initial Application Submission Facilitation Only |
$348.00 |
Up to 1 commodity One-time project |
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|
Initial Application Submission + Document Verification |
$500.00 |
Up to 1 commodity One-time project |
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| Additional Commodity | $150.00 | Per additional commodity | Subscribe |
| Permit Renewal | $200.00 | Per article / commodity | Subscribe |
Note: USDA permitting fees and processing time are excluded from the quote. Approval times may vary based on application complexity and agency workload.
Related Compliance Services
- • FSVP Agent Representation – starts at $199/year (for FDA-regulated food imports)
- • FDA Food Facility Registration Services
- • Regulatory Label Review Services
- • 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 today to begin your USDA import compliance journey with confidence.
Disclaimer
Services provide assessment and/or submission facilitation based on the available documentation to facilitate compliance per applicable regulations, but does not constitute assured regulatory approval, nor does it guarantee market acceptance, regulatory clearance, or product sales in the target market.
