Law Summary
Disease-Free Origin Requirement
- The meat must come from kangaroos kept in Australia.
- No OIE List A diseases transmissible to kangaroos must have been reported in the last twelve (12) months prior to slaughter in the area where the animals were kept.
Health and Origin of Animals
- The kangaroos must be healthy.
- Animals must have remained in Australia for at least three (3) months before slaughter.
- In the case of animals less than three (3) months old, they must have been in Australia since birth.
- The meat must be wholesome and meet international sanitary standards for game animals.
Post-Mortem Inspection Requirements
- Inspection after slaughter must show no signs of Salmonellosis or OIE List B diseases transmissible to kangaroos.
Veterinary Supervision and Plant Accreditation
- Meat must be processed in plants under veterinary supervision.
- Processing plants must be accredited for export product processing.
Assurance on Residue Levels
- Based on Australia's National Residue Survey, the meat should not contain harmful residue levels injurious to human health.
Radiation Levels Compliance
- Testing of similar products indicates radiation levels are within internationally accepted standards.
Packaging and Transportation Standards
- Meat must be packaged using materials safe for human health.
- Transportation must comply with international veterinary hygiene requirements.
Authority and Enforcement
- The memorandum was issued by the Department of Agriculture (Philippines).
- Issued under Secretary Salvador H. Escudero III with the recommendation of Director IV Romeo N. Alcacid, DVM.
This comprehensive set of conditions ensures that imported kangaroo meat from Australia meets health, safety, and sanitary standards consistent with Philippine and international requirements.