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Packing Declaration Requirements

Please find attached the latest versions of the packing declarations. Kindly note that separate declarations are now required for LCL and FCL/FCX shipments. For further guidance, you may refer to the PDF attachment published by DAFF.

Packing declarations must be issued by either:

  • the exporter who packed the goods into the container (or consignment for LCL), or
  • the supplier who packed the goods into the container (or consignment for LCL), or
  • packer who packed the goods into the container (or consolidated LCL consignments into the container).

Our definition of a ‘packer’ is an entity who packs the goods into a container or observes (watches) the container being packed for export. In some instances, the packer may also be the supplier or exporter of the goods. The important thing to note is that the entity that packed the goods into the container/consignment is the one issuing the packing declaration.

The intent of this requirement is for assurance that the party issuing the document has actual oversight of the packing and can attest to the statements on the packing declaration.

 

It is not a requirement for an LCL packing declaration to include a container cleanliness statement as per the Non-commodity information requirements policy.

If a client is providing a packing declaration for an LCL consignment, to avoid unnecessary delays and potential non-compliance questions, we ask that they ensure the cleanliness statement is not present on the document. LCL Packing Declaration attached.

 

Methyl Bromide Version 3.0

Please find attached the latest version of the Methyl Bromide Fumigation certificate (Version 3). For further guidance, you may refer to the PDF attachment published by DAFF.

A new version of the Methyl Bromide Fumigation Methodology (version 3.0) is now in force as of 1 May 2025.

All methyl bromide fumigations with a start date and time at or after 1 May 2025 00:00 (midnight local time) must adhere to the new requirements. Local time means the place where the fumigation was performed.
Please note that Australia will accept treatment certificates issued under Version 2.0 requirements only until 30 June 2025. After this date, all treatment certificates must comply with the requirements of Version 3.0 of Australia’s Methyl Bromide Fumigation Methodology.

Treatments applied for biosecurity purposes are part of measures used in managing the risk of introduction of exotic pests and diseases. These treatments are only effective when conducted correctly.

It is important that treatment providers in Australia (onshore) and other countries (offshore) understand and follow our treatment requirements so that Australia remains free of exotic pests and diseases. Consignments that do not comply with treatment requirements may not be allowed entry into Australia.

 

Should you require further clarification on the above subject matter, please contact our team to discuss.

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