SPS CONTROL
COMPLIANCE SERVICES
Effortlessly navigate sanitary and phytosanitary requirements with clearBorder:
your independent partner in SPS control compliance.
WHY SPS COMPLIANCE
IS NON‑NEGOTIABLE
Global food safety and plant health standards exist to protect people and ecosystems, as well as your business integrity. A single failed inspection or missing Export Health Certificate (EHC) can mean blocked shipments, costly recalls, fines, or reputational damage. In a landscape of evolving WTO, EU and UK SPS rules, proactive compliance is your safeguard – and competitive edge.
HOW CLEARBORDER
SIMPLIFIES SPS CONTROL COMPLIANCE
Our SPS control experts guide you from certificate acquisition, through border control posts, to final clearance – so your operation never misses a beat.
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CERTIFICATION STRATEGY &
DOCUMENTATION
We determine what’s needed for a smooth shipment, including any certificates or licences, such as Export Health Certificates, Phytosanitary Certificates, or quota applications.
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INSPECTION & BORDER
CONTROL POST (BCP) LIAISON
We work closely with clients to ensure all documents are accurately prepared, properly approved, and submitted to the relevant authorities – such as Customs, Port Health, and Border Control Posts – at the right time.
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GOVERNANCE & SUPPLY‑CHAIN INTEGRATION
We embed SPS compliance into your border target operating model, aligning with customs requirements, excise‑goods workflows, and your ERP/TMS to create a unified, audit‑ready system.
YOUR INDEPENDENT PARTNER
FOR SPS CONTROL COMPLIANCE
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FASTER BORDER CLEARANCE
Well‑prepared documentation and pre‑notifications reduce hold times at control posts.
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MINIMISED HEALTH & SAFETY RISK
More robust processes protect consumers and preserve your brand reputation.
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ACCURATE CERTIFICATION
EHCs and phytosanitary documents managed end‑to‑end. No more last‑minute scrambles.
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INTEGRATED COMPLIANCE MODEL
SPS controls woven into your overall customs processes for seamless operations.
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AGILE RESPONSE TO NEW CONTROLS
From Windsor Framework updates to Northern Ireland Protocol changes – you stay ahead.
FROM PAPERWORK TO PERFORMANCE
Many businesses dread the layers of SPS documentation: EHCs, plant‑health forms, and BCP inspections. With clearBorder by your side, you can turn that paperwork into a well‑oiled machine – meaning clear document flows, precise pre‑notifications, and reliable inspections – letting you scale imports of sensitive goods without disruption.
BUILDING RESILIENCE AT EVERY BORDER
We provide assurance on the movement of SPS products through deep expertise, in-depth regulatory knowledge, and strong networks across the border landscape – helping businesses navigate complex requirements with confidence and clarity.
GET CLARITY ON YOUR MOST COMPLEX TRADE CHALLENGES
Struggling with shifting regulations, import delays or customs headaches? You’re not alone. We help you see around corners and move forward – proactively and with confidence.
WHO OUR SPS CONTROL
COMPLIANCE SERVICES ARE FOR
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
PRODUCERSNavigating HRFNAO and
POAO requirements -
FRESH PRODUCE
EXPORTERSManaging plant‑health and
phytosanitary passports -
ANIMAL‑PRODUCT
DISTRIBUTORSRequiring vetted EHCs
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LOGISTICS &
BCP OPERATORSSeeking white‑label
compliance support -
PRIVATE EQUITY &
TRADE INVESTORSAssessing supply‑chain
biosecurity risks -
DON’T SEE
YOURSELF HERE?Every situation is unique.
Contact us to discuss your
specific challenge and
explore a tailored solution.
TRUSTED BY LEADERS IN IN LOGISTICS, MANUFACTURING, TECH, RETAIL, AND BEYOND
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We found clearBorder’s training to be well structured, relevant, up-to-date and informative. The real life imperfect examples they provided us with throughout the training, placed our team in the shoes of the retailers and required them to consider the impact of the decisions they have to make. The knowledge gained from this training will be invaluable when we’re assisting our customers.
Metapack
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Fantastic in-depth training that has differentiated my team on projects and we’ve made mandatory for everyone going forwards
Harry Tayler, Borders Lead, Palantir UK
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clearBorder’s advice is clear, informative, and available when we need it. It has proved invaluable in helping our team and partners navigate customs and shipping requirements in China, the EU and UK.
Jamieson Wellness Inc., Canada
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clearBorder has offered us in depth analysis and guidance on how we can improve our customs procedures, resulting in greater efficiency, not only in the day to day processes but in creating a robust Customs Policy.
Friendly and helpful…every question answered.Denso
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We’re proud to be working with Capita on their market development strategy for border management services and technologies.
Capita
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clearBorder’s training is a great way to ensure that teams have mastered the complexities of importing and exporting in a rapidly changing field. The courses are short and digestible, with plenty of practical information to get businesses trading confidently.
Stephen Adams, Senior Director
ADDITIONAL IMPORT / EXPORT
CONSULTANCY SERVICES
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Customs
Compliance
Customs
ComplianceBuild audit-ready systems, streamline your declarations, and stay aligned with evolving trade rules. From classification to valuation, we make compliance a source of confidence – not concern.
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Export
Controls
Export
ControlsGet clarity on sensitive goods, licensing, and jurisdictional overlap. We help you avoid reputational damage, navigate dual-use and military controls, and stay compliant with UK, EU and US regulations.
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SPS
Controls
SPS
ControlsTrade confidently in food, plant and animal products. We simplify sanitary and phytosanitary rules and help you manage inspection points, certificates, and high-risk goods.
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Complex
Goods
Complex
GoodsImporting or exporting high-risk or regulated items? We help you navigate sector-specific rules, port procedures, and data requirements, especially through complicated trade corridors.
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Governance
Governance
Turn reactive compliance into strategic infrastructure. We help you design roles, controls, and documentation that satisfy boards, regulators, and investors.
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Strategy &
Horizon Scanning
Strategy &
Horizon ScanningSee around corners. From geopolitical risk to regulatory change, we help you anticipate disruption and align your trade strategy to what’s coming next.
Expert perspectives for complex international trade
INSIGHTS & STRATEGIC THINKING
FAQs | SPS CONTROL COMPLIANCE SERVICES
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Requirements vary by product and destination: EHCs for animal‑origin goods, phytosanitary certificates for plants, and HRFNAO declarations for high‑risk food. We audit your product mix and help you navigate the sign‑off process, smoothly and with confidence. We audit your product mix and navigate the sign‑offs, from official‑veterinarian endorsement to port authority pre‑notifications.
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Early pre‑notification is key. We help you compile complete SPS documentation – including export licences, health certificates, and consignment manifests – and plan your route and Border Control Post to maximise efficiency and minimise the risk of delay.
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Absolutely. We interpret Northern Ireland’s unique SPS border processes (guided by the Windsor Framework) and align your workflows with both GB and EU requirements, avoiding delays and ensuring full compliance.
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Failed checks can lead to re‑inspection, product rejection, or destruction. We’re on-hand to provide support tailored to your situation; whether that’s making sense of port health authority communications, conducting root‑cause analysis, or implementing corrective actions to get your next shipment through without delay.
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SPS measures evolve with emerging threats and scientific guidance.
We monitor WTO SPS Committee updates and EU implementing rules, delivering concise compliance bulletins so your team can adjust protocols without wading through the legalese.
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We can augment your QA capability with deep SPS expertise: risk plans, regulatory insight on plant health, and integration of SPS controls into your customs declaration service. In this way, you go from reactive checks to proactive quality assurance.
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Yes. We design integrated border‑target operating models that combine SPS checks, customs declarations, and excise‑goods workflows – reducing duplication and ensuring every consignment, regardless of category, moves smoothly.
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Simply book a consultation today. We’ll have an open, strategic conversation about where you are, where the risk or complexity sits, and how we can help. There’s no obligation, just an opportunity to access expert perspectives before your next move.