The Department of
Agriculture & Water Resources has issued an industry advice notice
regarding the importation of used machinery, equipment and parts.
Importers, customs
agents and brokers have been advised that from 16 June, 2016, an import permit
will no longer be required, a change that coincides with the commencement of
the Biosecurity Act 2015.
How does this affect you?
If you're an importer of used machinery, equipment and parts, then you will no
longer need to obtain a permit. The aim of the new arrangment is to reduce
costs and regulatory burden to importers.
BICON was updated on 16
June to reflect the change.
Your opportunity to contribute to revised import conditions
The Department of Agriculture and Water Resources has commenced a review into
the management of biosecurity risks associated with imported used machinery and
equipment, which may result in further changes to import conditions for these
goods.
A discussion paper is
expected to be released in July/August 2016 outlining the proposed changes and
affected stakeholders will be invited to provide
comment.
Further information
Any enquiries regarding this change, please contact your 20Cube team for more information.
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