Division 3 Processing of in vitro derived embryosF1

The conditions laid down in points 1.1 to 1.14 shall apply mutatis mutandis to the processing of in vitro derived embryos. In addition, the following shall apply:

1. 3.1.

   In vitro derived embryos shall be conceived as a result of in vitro fertilisation with semen meeting the requirements of this Directive.

2. 3.2.

   After the in vitro culture period is completed but prior to freezing, storage and transport of the embryos, they shall be washed and undergo the treatments referred to in points 1.8, 1.10 and 1.11.

3. 3.3.

   Embryos from different donor animals, in the case of individual animal recovery, or from different batch collections shall not be washed together.

4. 3.4.

   Embryos from different donor animals, in the case of individual animal recovery, or from different batch collections shall not be stored in the same straw, ampoule or other package.