Changes

The department has made changes to the BICON case Human therapeutics and medicines.

The standard permit: Human therapeutics for use in clinical trials has been changed to exclude the import of oncolytic viruses.

Importers of oncolytic viruses for human therapeutic use will need to apply for a non-standard permit by selecting the option ‘Other’. Full assessment of these goods is required.

Additional information has been added to information notices in various pathways including direction to alternative BICON cases that may better suit their goods.

Who does this notice affect:

Importers of oncolytic viruses for use in human therapeutic clinical trials, Pathway Operations Cargo – Assessment, Client Contact Group.

Further information:

If you require any further information, or have questions about these changes, please contact the Food Biosecurity Imports Program on 1800 900 090 or email imports@agriculture.gov.au