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Old Sep 22, 2003 | 12:33 pm
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I wouldn't even try it unless you do talk to a U.S.D.A. inspector first (at the contact number quoted below) and get the specific instructions:

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Meats, Livestock, and Poultry
The regulations governing meat and meat products are very strict: you may not bring back fresh, dried, or canned meats or meat products from most foreign countries. Also, you may not bring in food products that have been prepared with meat.


The regulations on importing meat and meat products change frequently because they are based on disease outbreaks in different areas of the world. APHIS, which regulates meats and meat products as well as fruits and vegetables, invites you to call for more information on importing meats. Contact USDA-APHIS Veterinary Services, National Center for Import/Export (NCIE), 4700 River Road, Unit 40, Riverdale, MD 20737-1231; call(301) 734-7830.
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See:
http://www.customs.gov/xp/cgov/trave...tricted.xml#12
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