Documentation Requirements
Exporting agricultural products requires comprehensive documentation. We handle all paperwork to ensure your shipment clears customs smoothly in both the USA and Ghana.
Export Document Checklist
Every shipment requires the following documentation for successful export and import clearance
USDA Phytosanitary Certificate
Official certification from USDA APHIS confirming that the produce meets plant health requirements and is free from quarantine pests.
Certificate of Origin
Documentation certifying that the apples originate from the United States, required for import duty assessment and trade compliance.
Commercial Invoice
Detailed invoice listing product descriptions, quantities, values, and terms of sale for customs valuation purposes.
Packing List
Comprehensive list of all items in the shipment, including weights, dimensions, and carton counts for logistics handling.
Bill of Lading / Air Waybill
Transport document serving as receipt of cargo and contract of carriage between shipper and carrier.
Export Declarations
Official declarations filed with U.S. Customs and Border Protection for statistical and compliance purposes.
Ghana FDA & PPRSD Coordination
Pre-arrival notification and coordination with Ghana Food and Drugs Authority and Plant Protection and Regulatory Services Directorate.
We Handle Everything
Don't worry about navigating complex export regulations. Pacific Orchard Exports manages the entire documentation process, from obtaining phytosanitary certificates to coordinating with Ghanaian import authorities.
Our experienced compliance team ensures all paperwork is accurate, complete, and submitted on time. We maintain direct relationships with USDA APHIS, Ghana FDA, and PPRSD to expedite the clearance process.
Our Compliance Services
- Complete documentation preparation
- USDA and APHIS liaison
- Phytosanitary certificate procurement
- Ghana FDA pre-clearance coordination
- PPRSD import permit assistance
- Customs documentation support
- Real-time shipment tracking
- Dedicated compliance specialist
Regulatory Coordination
We work directly with key regulatory bodies to ensure smooth export and import processes
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Food and Drugs Authority
Plant Protection and Regulatory Services
Customs Division - Ghana Revenue Authority
Questions About Export Compliance?
Our compliance specialists are ready to answer your questions and guide you through the documentation process.
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