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Chile completes shipment to Japan without SAG seal

Chile achieved a milestone for its meat exports with the shipment of its first container of meat to Japan without the traditional seal issued by the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG). This achievement is the result of months of collaborative work between government officials and the private sector, and it directly addresses the needs of Japanese importers.

Posted on Mar 02 ,00:10

The so-called "SAG seal" is a physical mark that the Chilean health authority places on each exported box as a guarantee of official inspection. This system has historically been valued by destination markets; however, in Japan, processes have evolved toward highly automated receiving and distribution lines, where the presence of additional items that must be removed manually creates operational inefficiencies.

The possibility of exporting without this seal allows for a more expedited reception of the product and direct integration into the logistics and technological systems of importers, aligning with the current standards of that destination.

Japan is one of the most important markets for Chilean meat—particularly pork—and maintains a strong, long-term trade relationship with the country. Adapting to its new operational requirements is key to sustaining Chile's participation in its supply programs and modernization processes.

The authorization granted stipulates that shipments without packing tape must contain only one type of product per container, a condition that presents logistical challenges for companies that handle mixed cargo. However, this alternative offers a concrete opportunity for the export sector, allowing it to meet customer demands and strengthen the country's competitiveness in a highly sophisticated market.

This progress consolidates Chile as a reliable supplier, capable of adapting to demanding technical standards and responding promptly to the needs of its trading partners.

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