International Forms, Trade Documents & TC Requests

What You Should Know About International Forms, Trade Documents & TC Requests

Summary: If you export organic products outside the United States, you may need to complete additional Organic System Plan (OSP) forms. Oregon Tilth helps you navigate USDA equivalency agreements with the EU, Canada, Mexico, Japan, and other countries so you can access international organic markets. Download the forms below and contact us at export@tilth.org for guidance.

Exporting Organic Products Internationally

The USDA National Organic Program (NOP) has equivalency arrangements with several international organic programs. These agreements allow U.S.-certified organic products to be sold as organic in other countries without needing a separate certification.

However, some countries require additional forms, documentation, or production details to meet their specific standards.

How to Stay Compliant

• Identify your export market (EU, Mexico, etc.).
• Download the correct OSP forms listed below.
• Complete and submit the forms to your Oregon Tilth client service team.
• Contact us at export@tilth.org if you are unsure which forms are required.

International Forms

The USDA National Organic Program has equivalency arrangements with international programs. Additional forms may be required depending on the market. Contact export@tilth.org for guidance.

Forms & Documents

• EU CROP Supplement
• Handling EU Supplement
• Mexico (MX) Supplement
• OSP Update Form – International Programs Addendum

Trade Documents and TC Requests

Import Certificates

As of March 19, 2024, electronic NOP Import Certificates are required for all organic imports into the U.S.

Forms & Documents

• NOP Import Certificate Request Instructions
• NOP Import Certificate Request Form ENSP

Send requests to export@tilth.org.

Why International OSP Forms Matter

• Market Access: Ensures your products meet organic rules for global export.
• Compliance: Each country may have unique requirements (for example, Mexico requires a specific supplement, and the EU requires additional documentation for crops and handling).
• Efficiency: Submitting the correct forms prevents delays in international trade.

Technical Notes

• Equivalency Agreements: The USDA NOP currently maintains equivalency arrangements with the European Union, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico, and others.
• Additional Restrictions: Some agreements have specific limits (for example, non-allowed substances or origin of livestock). Oregon Tilth can clarify which apply to your operation.
• Certificates: For exports, you may also need transaction certificates or export certificates in addition to the OSP supplements.