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NMFS Lifts Yellowfin Tuna Import Prohibition for Panama Under Tuna Tracking and Verification Program
The National Marine Fisheries Service has lifted the import prohibition on yellowfin tuna and yellowfin tuna products from Panama under the Tuna Tracking and Verification Program. Importers sourcing yellowfin tuna from Panama should confirm the updated admissibility status before shipment.
Broker's Take
This is a meaningful market-access change for seafood importers — we will update our PGA screening protocols for Panama-origin tuna entries, but clients should still ensure NMFS documentation requirements under the Tracking and Verification Program are fully met to avoid holds.
CBP CSMS #68358699Read the official notice →
AI-assisted summary with JFS CHB broker commentary, for awareness only — always verify against the official CBP/USITC/Federal Register notice before acting.