Alfalfa documentation

Required export and import documentation for alfalfa trade.

DocumentTypeIssuing authorityApplicability
Commercial Invoicecommercial_invoiceExporter (validated by customs)all_exports
Packing Listpacking_listExporterall_exports
Bill of Ladingbill_of_ladingOcean carrier or freight forwarderall_exports
Phytosanitary Certificatephytosanitary_certificateNational plant protection organization (e.g., USDA-APHIS in US)all_exports
Fumigation Certificatefumigation_certificateLicensed fumigation service provider approved by national authoritiesasia|mena
Quality and Grade Certificatequality_certificateIndependent inspection company or exporter’s laboratoryall_exports
Certificate of Origincertificate_of_originChamber of commerce or competent authorityall_exports
GM/Non‑GM Statementgmo_declarationExporter, sometimes verified by accredited labeu|china|sensitive_markets