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Biologicals Consultative Group
The AQIS BCG is an industry group composed of organisations involved in the importation of biological products. The BCG acts as a consulting mechanism between AQIS, industry groups and individual firms that import biological materials.
Issues addressed by the BCG include anything topical for either the AQIS Biologicals Unit or the relevant industry groups. Examples include permit application fees, import conditions placed on various products and AQIS clearance procedures for biological commodities.
Membership
The following industry organisations are actively involved with the BCG:
- AQIS Industry Cargo Consultative Committee
- Association of Regulatory and Clinical Scientists
- AusBiotech
- Australian Vice Chancellors Committee
- Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia
- Food and Beverage Importers' Association
- Medical Industry Association of Australia
- Medicines Australia
- Croplife Australia Limited (Formerly the National Association for Crop Production and Animal Health)
- Pet Food Industry Association of Australia
- Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council
- Quarantine and Exports Advisory Council
- Science Industry Australia
- Veterinary Manufacturer’s and Distributors Association
The group meets twice yearly in Canberra and also has regular fax/email communication with members.
Contacts
Individual companies can either contact AQIS directly with specific issues, or make representations through their relevant industry organisation.
For further information about the BCG, or to register as a member, please contact the Biologicals Unit.