USDA Implements Lacey Act Plant and Plant Product Declaration Requirement

Measure aimed at deterring products stemming from the practice of illegal logging

On May 22, 2008, the Lacey Act was amended to make it illegal to import, export, transport, sell, receive, acquire, or purchase in interstate or foreign commerce, any plant or products made from plants—with limited exceptions—to be taken or traded in violation of domestic or international laws.

More information at our web site:

http://uruguay.usembassy.gov/usaweb/2009/09-106EN.shtml