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Australia — Cargo Containers: Quarantine aspects and procedures

This document originally appeared at: http://www.affa.gov.au/content/publications.cfm?ObjectID=90AE2E1C-BD98-406F-914BECBE8EF22C37
Date Modified: 2003-02-22

Cargo Containers: Quarantine aspects and procedures deals with containers and the materials they are constructed from as a potential means of introducing serious pests and diseases to Australia. Timber insects pose a significant quarantine risk to Australia and accordingly all timber in FCL containers, including exposed timber components, must be treated before the container can be considered for immediate release.

Quarantine is also concerned with the external and internal cleanliness of containers. As containers age and usage becomes even more widespread, the risks for quarantine are expected to multiply, and the need for quarantine vigilance will increase.

This document is designed to answer most questions on Australian quarantine entry requirements for containers.

“Cargo Containers: Quarantine aspects and procedures” can be accessed in the following formats:

PDF (208kb)
Word (400kb)

If you experience any trouble accessing the file in the above downloadable formats, a copy can be obtained from:

Cargo Logistics - Import Clearance
Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
GPO Box 858,
Canberra, ACT 2601
Telephone: (02) 6272 5574
Fax: (02) 6272 5888
importclear@aqis.gov.au