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Declaration of the disposal of catering waste from international means of transport

Declare the disposal of catering waste from a vessel or aircraft that has travelled within the UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man after international travel.

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Declaration regarding the disposal of catering waste from a means of transport operating internationally

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Any food waste produced by your vessel or aircraft while travelling within the UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man is considered domestic waste if:

  • all areas on the vessel that come into contact with food (for example, the galley or storerooms) have been cleaned and disinfected
  • restocking with goods conforming to Great Britain standards is done inside the UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man

You must complete this form as a written declaration to confirm that these actions have been done.

This form does not apply to commercial aircraft.

For further information, see the guidance on handling and disposing of international catering waste.

Published 1 November 2011
Last updated 26 February 2021 + show all updates
  1. Updated the form ABPR40.

  2. First published.