Export of Swine to the USA (HA 1938)

Please be advised that the USA port of entries are now enforcing the following inspection requirements for freedom of communicable disease on the premises of origin prior to export:

1. Isowean Piglets (14 - 28 days old) – within seventy-two (72) hours prior to export*
2. Feeder/Weanling Pigs (40 – 70 lbs) – within seven (7) to ten (10) days prior to export*
3. Breeding Pigs (6 month of age or older) – within thirty (30) days prior to export

Accredited Veterinarian must enter the date of inspection on certificate HA 1938, and must make sure that this inspection date meets the above requirements to avoid refusal at the border.

*Note: With USA Port of Entry Veterinary approval, variances of inspection dates up to 14 days prior to export may be made to accommodate logistic and distance issues that arise for Canadian Accredited Veterinarians inspecting the export shipment. It is recommended to discuss conditions of inspection date variance with the USA Port of Entry Veterinarian prior to loading the animals for export.

These changes are to be implemented immediately.