Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:55am on 18 May 2025,Sunday Business
In May 2025, the United States rejected 15 shipments of Indian mangoes at major entry points including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Atlanta airports. The rejections were due to discrepancies in the PPQ203 form, which certifies irradiation treatment—a mandatory requirement for mango exports to the US. Although the mangoes were treated at USDA-approved facilities in Mumbai, errors in documentation led to their denial. Exporters, unable to afford re-shipment or storage, chose to destroy the consignments, resulting in losses exceeding $500,000. The incident highlights the need for strict compliance in export documentation. (PC: The Economic Times)
