Official controls for animals and goods in transit, transhipment and onward transport

This regulation sets out specific rules for the official controls that must be carried out on animals and goods entering the EU, passing through it, or being transported onwards. It aims to ensure that these consignments meet EU health and safety standards, even if they are not destined for the EU market.

This affects businesses involved in the international transport of animals and goods, as well as the authorities responsible for carrying out these controls. It updates and aligns several existing regulations to ensure consistent application across the Union.