GB15569-2009
Quarantine protocol for the movement of agricultural plants and plant products
农业植物调运检疫规程
GB 15569-2009 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Quarantine protocol for the movement of agricultural plants and plant products. It appears in the Food compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Oct 1, 2009.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard is applicable to the domestic movement and transportation of agricultural plants and plant products within China. It specifically targets quarantine procedures conducted by agricultural plant quarantine agencies at all levels. This standard is mandatory for all entities involved in the domestic transfer, mailing, or sale of regulated plants, including seeds, seedlings, and unprocessed plant materials. It does not apply to import or export quarantine, which is covered by other regulations such as GB/T 28064.
Technical requirements
GB 15569-2009 establishes the mandatory quarantine procedures for the domestic transport of agricultural plants and plant products. The standard outlines the administrative process starting from the application for quarantine, requiring entities to submit specific forms detailing the plant species, origin, destination, and transport methods. Compliance requires strict adherence to the prescribed application and approval workflow before any movement can occur. The technical framework mandates thorough on-site inspections of the consignment, packaging materials, transport vehicles, and storage areas to detect any quarantine pests. It defines specific sampling methodologies based on the type and quantity of the goods, utilizing techniques like diagonal five-point or stratified sampling to ensure representative inspection. Inspectors must visually examine samples for pests or suspected damage symptoms. If a suspected quarantine pest is found and cannot be identified on-site, the standard requires laboratory testing. This involves extracting representative samples and utilizing various biological and molecular detection methods to accurately identify the pest. Final quarantine conclusions and certificate issuance depend entirely on these laboratory results. Finally, the standard specifies strict archival management requirements. All original records, certificates, and samples must be securely stored for a minimum of one year, with samples properly labeled detailing the location, time, quantity, and personnel involved. Proper documentation and sample retention are mandatory for traceability and audit purposes.
Testing methods
The standard outlines several on-site and laboratory testing methods to identify quarantine pests. On-site visual examination uses the naked eye, magnifiers, or stereomicroscopes. For laboratory analysis, methods include direct microscopy, anatomical inspection, sieve analysis, and specific gravity testing. Advanced molecular and biological techniques such as PCR, serum reaction, and phage testing are also utilized for definitive pathogen identification.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 15569-2009?
The standard regulates the domestic movement of agricultural plants and plant products, including seeds, seedlings, grain, fruits, vegetables, and traditional Chinese medicinal herbs. It applies to all domestic transportation, mailing, and sales of these regulated items.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 15569-2009?
The 2009 version updated the standard's English name, restructured the document, and revised specific terminology. It also added supplementary provisions for quarantine procedures, on-site inspections, and laboratory testing compared to the older GB 15569-1995.
How does GB 15569-2009 differ from international plant quarantine standards?
While it references general international quarantine concepts, GB 15569-2009 is specifically tailored for China's domestic inter-provincial quarantine system. It relies heavily on China's national and provincial lists of quarantine pests rather than international ISO standards.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Foundational
- CCS
- B16
- ICS
- 65.020.01
- Competent department
- Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs