You need an import permit and additionally a certificate if you want to import certain medicinal products from countries that are not member states of the European Union or other contracting states of the Agreement on the European Economic Area.
The monitoring of trade in animals and goods of animal origin is the task of the official veterinarians at the district offices and serves to ensure compliance with animal disease, animal protection and food law regulations.
In order to simplify the clearance of goods upon import into the European single market, you can apply for a binding tariff information (BTI) beforehand.