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When sampling of testing of goods held under customs warehousing procedure is permitted, and how to apply for authorisation to take a sample.
From 1 October 2024, more materials facilities will need to sample and report their waste. Sampling and reporting will be more detailed and more frequent under the amended regulations.
Find out how to account for VAT schemes on business gifts, samples and promotional schemes.
Find out the tests that are most commonly requested from APHA, their test codes, and the correct laboratory to send samples.
Guidance for local authorities, port health authorities and food traders on how to submit a sample for referee analysis.
Send samples (classified as UN3373 biological substance category B) to APHA according to the ADR regulations and P650 packing instructions.
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