Le Havre implements checks on cargo from Japan

Since the French government’s recommendations Le Havre port officials including customs, border inspection points and the harbour master’s office, have been carrying out controls on samples of industrial products imported from Japan. Systematic controls are also being carried out on food products and derivatives.

Interestingly, France has opted for a 100% control of cargo coming from Japan despite European regulation 297/2011 dated March 25, 2011 only recommending a 20% control.

As France’s largest port for foreign trade, Le Havre port handles a wide variety of cargo some of which are hazardous goods requiring special safety procedures. Having demonstrated the soundness of specific procedures for potentially hazardous substances, it guarantees the new controls will be implemented with confidence