CUSTOMS & TRADE DEFINITION
Partner Government Agencies (PGA)
Authoritative Definition
Partner Government Agencies (PGAs) are non-customs government regulatory authorities—such as the FDA, EPA, USDA, CITES, and FCC—that regulate specialized commodity imports prior to customs release.
Why It Matters in International Trade
PGA regulatory clearances must be submitted electronically alongside customs entries to avoid port detentions or seizures.