What is changing in early November 2026

In early November 2026, we will move our internal CHED-D processes to a new IT platform. This will change how we use commodity codes declared in IPAFFS to select consignments for sampling.

What you must declare on your CHED-D

You should declare the most accurate commodity code possible on your CHED-D submission in IPAFFS. This enables us to sample the product at the frequency required by legislation.

If you do not declare the most accurate commodity code for the product being imported, we may ask you to amend the entry on the CHED-D. This may cause delays to the release of your consignment.

Where can the commodity codes be found?

Commodity codes for the products subject to CHED-D controls at the GB border are listed in Annexes I and II of GB assimilated Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1793. A combined table of these codes is available on our website: https://www.porthealth.uk/import-guidance/nao/which-foods-will-need-a-ched-d/#ched-table

When you must use a 10-digit commodity code

Where the legislation specifies a 10-digit commodity code, you must use it in IPAFFS. For example, when importing tahini from Turkey, you must use one of the following appropriate 10-digit codes:

· 1806 2095 13;

· 1806 2095 93;

· 1806 9050 10;

· 1806 9060 11;

· 1806 9060 91;

· 2008 1919 41 or

· 2008 1999 41

When it would be preferable to use a longer commodity code

Where the legislation specifies a 4-digit commodity code, it would be preferable if you enter a longer, more precise code (although the 4-digit code is still acceptable if it is recorded as this in the legislation). For example, when importing chilli powder from India, it would be better to enter one of following detailed codes on your CHED-D submission in IPAFFS rather than simply 0904:

· 0904 2200 11

· 0904 2200 19

· 2005 9910 10

· 2005 9910 90

· 2005 9980 94

The system supports more detailed commodity codes as it will more accurately assign sampling percentages.

Impacts on trade

We will assess the impact of these changes during the implementation of the new system to ensure that things are working as expected. It may result in additional sampling during November as the system will start with ‘zero’ percentage for all commodities. We will endeavour to minimise any disruption.

For more information on importing high-risk feed and food of non-animal origin take a look at our Guidance: https://www.porthealth.uk/import-guidance/nao/