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Changes

Removal of orchard control requirement for lychees on cold disinfestation pathways

Effective from 24 June 2022

The department has publish updated import conditions for fresh lychee fruit from China. The department will remove the requirement for orchard control on both pre-shipment and in transit cold disinfestation treatment pathways. The longer cold treatment schedule USDA T107-h mandated for C. sinensis makes orchard control a redundant measure.

Who does this notice affect:
Importers of fresh lychee fruit from China, brokers and Pathway Operations Cargo – Assessment and Inspection.

Further enquiries:
For additional information please email Plant Import Operations Branch or phone 1800 900 090.

This Change applies to the following Cases: