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Non commodity conditions apply to all packaging, containers and transport methods used to bring goods into the country. Refer to the Non Commodity case to review the non commodity conditions related to your import.
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Maize for human consumption or processing Alerts Changes
Effective 2 July 2022 to 7 July 2022
This case describes the requirements for import of bagged and containerised whole raw maize kernels, corn seeds, maize grits, broken corn and degermed maize kernels for human consumption or further processing into either food such as popped corns or for alcohol production. The goods must be commercially prepared and packaged. Maize grits or broken corn may range in size from granules less than 3mm or degermed kernels or granules greater than 3mm, but less than full kernels. Highly processed maize product such as corn flour should be assessed under Processed grain and seed products for human consumption. Corn cob articles being imported not for human consumption should be assessed under the Permitted plant fibres BICON case.
Matched term: plant
Ship or aircraft stores for transhipment
Effective 2 July 2022 to 8 July 2022
This case describes the requirements to allow the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (the department) to monitor the content, and control the movement, of transhipped ship’s stores and aircraft stores for use on cruise and commercial vessels. Note: This case does not apply to ship/aircraft spares. Ship/aircraft spares are defined as “parts or accessories that are required for the maintenance or general operation of a vessel”. Examples of ship/aircraft spares include engines or engine components, seals, bearings, lubricants, new filters, o-rings etc. These items are generally not derived from, nor contain, animal or plant products. However, if ship/aircraft spares do contain components of biosecurity or are used spare parts, then consignments must be referred to the department for assessment.
Matched term: plant
Peat Alerts
Effective 2 July 2022 to 21 July 2022
This case describes the requirements for the importation of peat.Peat, peat moss or sphagnum peat moss is defined as the dead material that accumulates in the lower levels of a peat bog. The product is excavated from peat bogs or at depth.
Matched term: material
Pearls and oysters containing pearls
Effective 2 July 2022 to 21 July 2022
This case describes the requirements for the importation of natural or cultured pearls and oysters in whole or half shell containing pearls for jewellery or for personal use or display purposes.For the import of oysters for laboratory use, please refer to the BICON case for Animal fluids and tissues (excluding viable reproductive material).
Matched term: material
Poppy straw (Papaver somniferum) for processing Changes
Effective 2 July 2022 to 28 July 2022
This case describes the requirements for the importation of dried poppy straw (Papaver somniferum) for processing. The term poppy straw is used to indicate dried deseeded capsules with 10-20 cm of stem. Material will require mandatory treatment to mitigate biosecurity risks associated with this commodity, or be processed in accordance with approved methods. Importation of this commodity requires an import permit prior to importation into Australian territory. For full import conditions, please refer to the details contained in this BICON Case.
Matched term: Material
Benincasa hispida seed for sowing Alerts Changes
Effective 2 July 2022 to 7 July 2022
This case describes the requirements for the importation of Benincasa hispida seed for sowing that does not require treatment or testing for plant pathogens.
Matched term: plant
Hemp seed and hemp products Alerts Changes
Effective 2 July 2022 to 7 July 2022
This case describes the requirements for the importation of hemp seed and hemp products (Cannabis spp.) for all uses other than as animal foods, fertilisers or for growing purposes. For hemp fibre and fibre products, refer to the Permitted plant fibres case.
Matched term: plant
Starter cultures (and derivatives)
Effective 2 July 2022 to 20 July 2022
This case describes the requirements for the importation of starter cultures (and derivatives) for human food, beverage, human therapeutic and cosmetic use only. Note that import conditions in this case are also applicable to primary derivatives e.g. antigens, proteins, genetic material. For the import of in vitro laboratory work or in vivo work in laboratory animals, please refer to the BICON case Microorganisms. Please note that this case only applies to the starter culture component of composite products. If you are importing a composite product, you must search BICON for each individual ingredient to determine the conditions that apply.
Matched term: material
Bulbs that are hosts of Xylella fastidiosa for growth in open quarantine
Effective 2 July 2022 to 7 July 2022
This case describes the requirements for the importation of bulbs that are hosts of Xylella fastidiosa as nursery stock for growth in open quarantine. The term "bulbs" may include a range of plant taxa including true bulbs, corms, rhizomes, tubers etc. For import conditions relating to bulbs for growth in closed quarantine, please refer to the BICON case Xylella fastidiosa hosts for use as nursery stock.
Matched term: plant