Fresh Fruit Labeling Manual Product for Export A.  The FDA labeling regulations for domestic fresh produce are not in force if the product is exported. If the box does not have the FDA required domestic labeling, the container must have markings, clearly indicating that the product is for export. The container and retail packs must meet the labeling requirements for the importing country and it can't have been previously sold or offered for sale in domestic commerce. Example 1: PRODUCT FOR EXPORT Example 2: DESTINATION OSLO , NORWAY B.  Labeling requirements imposed by foreign governments for containers of product imported into their countries for sale to the public vary widely. Many simply accept U.S. markings without change while others have specialized requirements involving such things as weights and measures in metric and written information in the local language.  Exporters should check with their importers in the destination foreign market to ensure that any special labeling requirements are met prior to shipment.  In addition, the Northwest Horticultural Council attempts to keep track of special labeling requirements in selected foreign markets for deciduous tree fruits.  This information is contained in the NHC's Export Manual available on this site.    2/8/08 Northwest Horticultural Council 105 South 18th Street, Suite 105 Yakima, Washington 98901, USA Voice: (509) 453-3193, Fax: (509) 457-7615 E-mail general@nwhort.org