[Condemnation of 60 tons of South American beef].

A case of inspection of sixty tons of South American beef is reported. A second assessment by the regional veterinary inspection was requested because of condemnation for spoilage. The initial decision based on inspection was maintained. In view of the type of spoilage, it is believed to be likely that this was present before the deboning of the meat. Although the level of meat hygiene is high in South America, this incident proves the necessity of careful inspection of imported meat.