Plant Export
Phytosanitary Certificate Issuance and Tracking System
The Phytosanitary Certificate Issuance and Tracking (PCIT) system tracks the inspection of agricultural commodities and certifies compliance with plant health standards of importing countries. This capability provides USDA/APHIS/PPQ better security, reporting functions, and monitoring capabilities for exported commodities.
Phytosanitary Certificate Issuance and Tracking SystemAccess to the PCIT system is available nationwide. However, not all locations are currently using the system. Please check with local phytosanitary authorities before submitting applications through the PCIT system. For further information on the PCIT system, click on the "Contact Us" link located at the bottom right of each PCIT screen.
Webinar TrainingWeb based (webinar) training has been used to present an introduction to the PCIT system to both government (Authorized Certification Officials (ACOs) and industry personnel. The sessions last approximately two hours and walk people through the PCIT system.
PCIT ACO Webinar, Version 3.1 (WMV; 10.87 Mb)
PCIT Industry Webinar, Version 3.1 (WMV; 11.46 Mb)

Last Modified: March 7, 2008

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PHYTO is AQIS's plant and plant product export conditions database.
PHYTO contains information about the conditions to export plants and plant products, including fruit, vegetables, seeds, grains, cut flowers and timber from Australia. It is a simple and convenient reference tool detailing the requirement for Import Permits, Phytosanitary Certificates, Additional Declarations and/or treatments, and also any other relevant export information and documentation.
Please be aware that the information in PHYTO is intended as a guide only and should not be taken as definitive or exhaustive. While all reasonable efforts are made to ensure this information provided is accurate, it may be subject to change without notice. Exporters should make their own inquiries in relation to the importing country's requirements, and are encouraged to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Plant Protection Authority of the importing country, and also with other regulatory and advisory bodies prior to and after export.
Navigating PHYTO is easy. The database has been divided into seven sections: PHYTO home, Search, What's changed, Alerts, Contacts, Help and Documents. Simply select the most appropriate section and follow the instructions.
For further information regarding plant and plant product export conditions, please contact your nearest AQIS office.
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