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Case: Metal waste and scrap Effective: 09 May 2024

Case Description

The case describes the requirements for the importation of metal waste and scrap. Scrap metal presents a potential biosecurity risk because it is often stored pre-shipment in conditions that would allow it to become contaminated with soil or infested by insects, snails or other pests.

This case applies to imports into: Australia.

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