Regulatory Complaince
Stay compliant with USDA and international livestock movement rules using MolarMetrics. Our AI-powered age verification system helps producers meet modern traceability and import/export requirements for cattle, goats, sheep, and more.
U.S. Regulations: USDA Age Rules & State Laws
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The U.S. requires livestock to have traceable identification when crossing state lines. Many states also require age documentation, particularly for meat programs or slaughter classes.
International Livestock Laws (Import/Export)
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Brazil: Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture – Animal Health and Traceability
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GACC (General Administration of Customs of China) – Import Requirements for Meat and Livestock
Each country has its own rules for importing and processing animals. Age verification is critical for international sales, meat classification, and disease control.
How to Stay Compliant
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Maintain accurate age records for livestock, especially for cattle approaching 30 months — a threshold relevant to BSE (mad cow disease) regulations.
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Use consistent, third-party-verified age estimation methods to meet processing and export certification requirements.
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Be prepared for inspections or audits requiring proof of age, source, and health documentation.
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Ensure that animals moving across state or international lines meet identification and traceability protocols.
How Technology Helps
MolarMetrics helps support compliance by:
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Providing consistent, digital age verification based on tooth eruption/wear data.
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Generating tamper-proof certificates that validate an animal’s age.
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Maintaining a centralized registry of age records to support audits, processing, or export documentation.
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Reducing human error and inconsistency in traditional age estimation methods.