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Perishable Products Export Control Act, 1983 (Act No. 9 of 1983)

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Regulations relating to the Export of Perishable Products, 2025 - effective July 2025

Chapter 10: Stowage and Transit

Part A: Specialised Refrigerated Vessels

82. Ventilated and open-door container shipments

 

(1) Ventilated and open door container shipments are only permitted with the prior consent of the Board.

 

(2) The preferred system for ventilated shipments is through a fantainer or ventainer where an electrically operated fan continuously circulates ambient air through the perishable product.

 

(3) Flat racks are permitted to be used, provided effective protection is available to keep the perishable product in the shade, dry and at the same time allow maximum fresh air circulation.

 

(4) The use of open-side containers may be permitted, provided effective perishable product protection is available, and the container shall be constructed in such a way that it complies with ISO standards.