List of drug substances requiring permission to import and/or export
This list may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in regulations or determinations that additional substances should be controlled within existing regulations.
Note: This information is issued as guidance only, and does not have formal regulatory status. It does not replace any legislation or any relevant considerations that must be made in accordance with any legislation. If you are intending to import or export a drug substance you should satisfy yourself that you are complying with all relevant legislation.
If the relevant substance requires permission to import/export or pre import/export notification, please visit the application forms section of this website and complete the relevant form.
This list should not be used for persons travelling to Australia with their medication. Visit the travellers section section of this website for further information.
- Import notice: Changes to Schedule 4 of the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956
12 August 2020 - Export notice: Changes to Schedule 8 of the Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958
12 August 2020
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