Article 7
1. The tendering security shall be released for quantities in respect of which: - the application was not accepted, - a performance guarantee of ECU 30 per tonne has been lodged. 2. The performance guarantee shall be released for quantities in respect of which the purchaser has furnished proof that the maize has been processed or used in Portugal. Such proof shall be furnished not later than 18 months after the date of award. The performance guarantee shall also be released for quantities in respect of which proof has been furnished that the maize has become unfit for human or animal consumption.