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Changes

Importing fluids and tissues of human origin

Effective from 26 April 2022

Importers are advised that there has been a change to the BICON case for human fluids and tissues.

This BICON case now details import scenarios with associated import conditions for the following commodities:

  • human milk and
  • products containing human milk.

This case continues to apply to other human fluids and tissues including reproductive material for various uses (including laboratory use).

Who does this notice affect:
Importers of human fluids and tissues including human milk, Pathway Operations Cargo – Assessment and Inspection and Client Contact Group Canberra.

Further information:
Please contact the Animal and Biological Imports Branch on 1800 900 090 or email imports@awe.gov.au

This Change applies to the following Cases: