Export health certificates for animal products

Food and products of animal origin, pet food included, need an export health certificate (EHC) signed by an Official Veterinarian before they leave Great Britain. Roxana certifies exports for manufacturers and factories.

Pet food production line with packed kibble, a worker in a hairnet checking the batch

Who it is for

  • Pet food manufacturers
  • Factories and producers of products of animal origin
  • Exporters who need a reliable OV for regular consignments

How it works

  1. 1
    Send the consignment details

    The product, the destination country and the shipping date. The certificate is chosen for that product and country.

  2. 2
    Check the documents

    Production records, supporting certificates and labels are checked against what the certificate asks for.

  3. 3
    Visit or inspect

    Where the certificate requires it, the consignment or the premises is inspected.

  4. 4
    Sign the certificate

    The export health certificate is signed as an Official Veterinarian for that consignment.

Good to know

  • Applications for export health certificates go through the UK government's system; we work with you on the OV part.
  • Regular exporters can plan certification dates with us ahead of each shipment.

The official rules

Related: pet export certificates and animal health certificates (pet travel). We cover Sussex, Surrey and West London, from Brighton to Wembley.

Export health certificates for animal products: questions

Do you certify pet food exports?

Yes. Certification for pet food and animal-product manufacturers is a core part of our work.

Can you come to our factory?

Yes, within our area from Brighton to West London. Tell us where you are and the shipping dates.

Who applies for the certificate?

The exporter applies through the UK government's export health certificate service; the OV then checks and signs it.