Hong Kong: Documentation Requirements for Hemp Seed Transshipments via Hong Kong

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   HK2021-0029

U.S. exporters are reminded to obtain an “Export Authorization” document from the state agricultural department before sending any hemp seed shipments to a third market via Hong Kong. The Hong Kong agent/forwarder needs this “Export Authorization” document to apply for a removal license, which is mandatory for any hemp seed products transshipped via Hong Kong.

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