This report lists food that has failed under the Imported Food Inspection Scheme (IFIS).

Data set - Importing Food Inspection Scheme - monthly failing food reports

6 January 2023

Who does this notice affect?

All importers and customs brokers who are required to lodge inspection requests to the department using the Biosecurity Portal.  

Information

The Biosecurity Portal is currently experiencing an unplanned service disruption. As a result, some clients may be unable to lodge new inspection booking requests or make changes to existing requests.

This issue is being investigated as a high priority and the department will advise once resolved. The department apologises for any inconvenience caused.

Date of issue: 05 January 2023

Date of effect: 08 January 2023

Reference number: MAA2023-01

Attention

• Australian Honey Bee Industry Council, Australian Food and Grocery Council
• Exporters
• Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry — Central and Regional offices

Purpose

To provide updated information on China’s import testing of cold chain product for COVID-19 and the actions resulting from positive detections.

The information provided in the documents attached is current at the time of writing and is intended for use as guidance only and should not be taken as definitive or exhaustive. The Commonwealth endeavours to keep information current and accurate, however, it may be subject to change without notice. Exporters are encouraged to verify all details with their importers prior to undertaking production/exports. The Commonwealth will not accept liability for any loss resulting from reliance on information contained in the notices.

Date of issue: 05 January 2023

Date of effect: 08 January 2023

Reference number: MAA2023-01

Attention

• Industries—Industry bodies – Seafood Export Consultative Committee
• Export seafood establishments
• Exporters
• Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry — Central and Regional offices

Purpose

To provide updated information on China’s removal of COVID-19 testing for ALL imported products (including cold-chain products).

Date of issue: 05 January 2023

Date of effect: 08 January 2023

Reference number: MAA2023-01

Attention

• Industries—Industry bodies – Dairy Australia – Infant Nutrition Council
• Export dairy establishments
• Exporters
• Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry — Central and Regional offices

Purpose

To provide updated information on China’s removal of COVID-19 testing for ALL imported products (including cold-chain products).