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| Tuesday, 10 November 2009 |
| Revised AQIS requirements for Plywood and Veneer Packaging |
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AQIS have posted a set of FAQ’s on their website to clarify the position re the requirement to declare plywood as timber. Please refer link to relevant section in AQIS website: Most importantly, plywood is not considered a timber for the purposes of the packing declaration. This brings the Australian requirements in line with the attached 2009 version of ISPM 15 (relevant section highlighted) - click here to view. It should be noted, however, that AQIS will monitor the risks associated with plywood/veneer packing through Import Clearance Effectiveness surveys and may periodically increase surveillance for packing to verify that risks are adequately being managed. Brian Lovell |