date:Feb 12, 2014
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In the port of entry the USDA inspector checks the seal, the data in the 556 system and downloads the recorder's information. If the temperatures haven't exceeded the processing temperatures set for the corresponding time period, they allow the container to enter the U.S., he said.
On the other hand, he said, if the cold treatment wasn't complete or failed, the shipment is sent to a port where the treatment can be completed or to ports located above 39 north latitude.