Information about importing all other plant based products

Fibre articles

Some plant fibres are so highly processed they do not require an import permit. To help you find out if your fibre is highly processed, refer to the Import Conditions database (ICON) case for Plant fibres-highly refined and processed.

Plant fibres that are not highly processed, but where the plants they are made from are a low quarantine risk - these too, will not need an import permit. However, you should use the ICON to search for each plant material used, to see what the import conditions are.

Organic chemicals

Some products containing highly refined plant materials are classed as organic chemicals and substances - including oils, alcohol, plant extracts, powders, resins and many other products. The manufacturing process makes these products so refined that there is no quarantine concern provided they are not used as animal food or fertiliser.

Furniture

Fibres used in furniture are not usually considered highly processed. You will need to check ICON for each species of plant material as well as the frame. Frames are usually timber or bamboo but can be made of other plant material.

Timber and articles containing timber

You should use ICON to search for the type of timber that is contained in the article.  This will provide you with the import conditions that you need to comply with.

Cosmetics

Shampoos, essential oils, collagens, soaps, musk, moisturisers and many other products can be imported for personal or commercial use without an import permit providing import conditions are met.

Jewellery

If you are importing jewellery containing dried seeds, pods, bark or other plant material for personal use, it will need to be inspected on arrival and may subject to mandatory treatment before it can be released.

Homewares

For general information about importing homewares, see the importer’s guide.

You should use ICON to search for each type of plant product that has been used to make the homewares.

Where can I find further information?

Further information can be found on the frequently asked questions about importing plant products page.

You can search for other plant products on ICON.

Contact us

If you require further information about animal feed or any of the other products listed on this page or would like to provide feedback to AQIS, contact Plant Products in Canberra on:

Ph:  + 61 2 6272 3917
Fax: + 61 2 6272 3745
Mail:  GPO Box 858
Canberra ACT 2601
or AQIS Plant Quarantine