Case Overview

This case describes the requirements for the importation of sphagnum moss for all uses other than animal foods, fertilisers or for growing purposes.

Sphagnum moss is dried plant material used in the floral industry and nurseries to make wreaths, basket liners, water retention matting or for use in seed raising mixes.

Sphagnum liquid waste absorbent is used for the cleanup of hazardous waste. The product consists of processed and dehydrated sphagnum moss that is often imported bagged, baled or as booms.