Can I bring Butter to South Korea?
Butter→South Korea
⚠️ Allowed with Conditions
About Butter
Dairy products entering South Korea require animal-quarantine checks. Milk, cheese and butter are explicitly listed; a supermarket wrapper is not a substitute for clearance.
General Rules Apply
We don't have specific rules for Butter yet. Below are the general rules for Dairy Products that apply to Butter.
📋 Carrying Limits
- Quantity Limit:Eligible origin + official quarantine certificate + inspection
✅ Declaration Requirements
⚠️Declare to the quarantine officer and present the official export quarantine certificate.
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Last Updated:October 6, 2026
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📝 Important Notes
- •Dairy products entering South Korea require animal-quarantine checks. Milk, cheese and butter are explicitly listed; a supermarket wrapper is not a substitute for clearance.
- •Passenger imports must come from an eligible country, be accompanied by its official quarantine certificate and pass inspection. Products from prohibited countries cannot enter. Confirm current eligibility with APQA before packing; a small quantity is not a blanket exemption.
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What should I check before packing?
Passenger imports must come from an eligible country, be accompanied by its official quarantine certificate and pass inspection. Products from prohibited countries cannot enter. Confirm current eligibility with APQA before packing; a small quantity is not a blanket exemption.
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