Export of Hides and Skins (Hansard, 12 March 2001)

HC Deb 12 March 2001 vol 364 c483W 483W

§ Mrs. Browning
To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has received from businesses exporting hides and skins; and if he will make a statement. [153436]

§ Ms Quin
We have had a number of inquiries from businesses concerning the export of hides and skins. They have been advised that such exports can take place so long as they meet the requirements of Commission Decision 2001/172/EC.
Under Commission Decision 98/256/EC (as amended), however, bovine hides may not be exported to a destination outside the UK if they are intended for use in human food, animal feed, cosmetic, pharmaceutical and medical products.