The USDA is ending the U.S.–India Recognition Arrangement. Organic suppliers in India currently certified by APEDA-accredited certifiers must apply for direct certification with USDA-accredited certifiers by July 12, 2021, and must achieve certification by July 12, 2022.
Si adquiere productos orgánicos o ingredientes de la India, visite la página Organic Integrity Database (base de datos de integridad orgánica) to verify your supplier’s application status as either “Certified” or “Applied; APEDA Certified.” Tell your suppliers that they need to apply with a USDA-accredited certifier to continue business with you. After July 12, 2021, Indian imports must be purchased from suppliers who have applied for or been granted certification with a USDA-accredited certifier.
If you do not source organic products or ingredients from India, no action is required.
Para más información, consulte la página del Servicio de Comercialización Agrícola del USDA India sitio web y Timeline for Transition. Contact your Certification Service Specialist with any questions or concerns.