Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code (Listed Chemical Product – Home Swimming Pool and Spa Products) Standard 2014

This instrument, the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code (Listed Chemical Product - Home Swimming Pool and Spa Products) Standard 2014, prescribes formulation, packaging and labelling requirements for a defined class of listed chemical products used in domestic swimming pools and spas. The Standard was made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) on 25 June 2014 and expressly repeals the 2007 Standard it replaces (see the introductory recital). Section 1 gives the name of the Standard; section 2 fixes commencement to the commencement of Schedules 1 to 6 to the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Legislation Amendment Act 2013. Section 3 states the object of the Standard is to set out requirements in relation to a chemical product or class of products to which it applies, including labelling and handling.

Mechanically, the Standard does three distinct things. First, it confines which products are covered by reference: the Standard applies to the listed chemical products described in item 1 of the Listing Schedule Table (see s 4 and the Note immediately following, which identifies these as agricultural chemical products used for destroying bacteria, viruses and protozoa in home pools and spas). Second, it mandates composition and physical form for different active constituents (s 6): e.g. calcium hypochlorite must be tablets or granules providing 650-700 g available chlorine per kg; lithium hypochlorite granules must provide 350 g/kg; sodium hypochlorite must be liquid providing 100-130 g/L; sodium dichloroisocyanurate granules 500-630 g/kg; trichloroisocyanuric acid tablets 800-900 g/kg. Third, it limits pack sizes (s 7) to a maximum of 25 litres for liquids and 25 kilograms for non-liquids, and prescribes required label formats by active constituent and form (s 8 and Schedules 1-7). The label formats are substantive: each Schedule contains front-panel warnings, mandated headings (for some, the word POISON; for others, CAUTION), specified text (e.g. active constituent line, “For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa...”), dosage tables, storage and emergency instructions, and a requirement for an APVMA Listed Product Number.

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I, Kareena Arthy, Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority:

make this Standard for the purposes of subsection 8U(2) of the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code, scheduled to the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Act 1994; and
repeal the Listable Chemical Product (Home Swimming Pool and Spa Products) Standard 2007 with effect from the commencement of this Standard.

Kareena Arthy

Chief Executive Officer

Dated this 25th day of June 2014

Contents

Part 1 Preliminary

1 Name of Standard

2 Commencement

3 Object

4 Application of Standard

5 Interpretation

Part 2 Requirements in relation to listed chemical products

6 Formulation requirements for listed chemical products

7 Package limits

8 Labels

Schedule 1 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form — Active constituent calcium hypochlorite

Schedule 2 Label format for listed chemical product in tablet form — Active constituent calcium hypochlorite

Schedule 3 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form — Active constituent lithium hypochlorite

Schedule 4 Label format for listed chemical product in liquid form — Active constituent sodium hypochlorite

Schedule 5 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form containing chlorine (500 to 599g/kg) — Active constituent sodium dichloroisocyanurate

Schedule 6 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form containing chlorine (600 to 630g/kg) — Active constituent sodium dichloroisocyanurate

Schedule 7 Label format for listed chemical product in tablet form — Active constituent trichloroisocyanuric acid

Part 1 Preliminary

1 Name of Standard

This Standard is the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code (Listed Chemical Product – Home Swimming Pool and Spa Products) Standard 2014.

2 Commencement

This Standard commences on the commencement of Schedules 1 to 6 to the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Legislation Amendment Act 2013.

3 Object

The object of this Standard is to set out requirements in relation to a chemical product or class of chemical products to which the Standard applies, including in relation to the labelling and handling of the product or products.

4 Application of Standard

This Standard applies to the listed chemical products described in item 1 of the Listing Schedule Table.

Note The listed chemical products to which this standard applies are agricultural chemical products used for destroying bacteria, viruses and protozoa in home swimming pools and spas.

5 Interpretation

(1) Unless the contrary intention appears, an expression used in the Agvet Code or the Agvet Regulations and in this Standard has the same meaning in this Standard as in the Agvet Code or the Agvet Regulations.

(2) In this Standard, unless the contrary intention appears:

active constituent in the listed chemical product means an active constituent mentioned in column 2 of item 1 of the Listing Schedule Table.

Agvet Code means the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code, scheduled to the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Act 1994.

Agvet Regulations means the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Regulations 1995.

Listing Schedule Table means the table in Part 2 of Schedule 3B to the Agvet Regulations.

Part 2 Requirements in relation to listed chemical products

6 Formulation requirements for listed chemical products

A listed chemical product must be formulated:

(a) if the active constituent is calcium hypochlorite — in the form of tablets or granules which provide 650 to 700 grams of available chlorine in each kilogram of the product; and

(b) if the active constituent is lithium hypochlorite — as granules which provide 350 grams of available chlorine in each kilogram of the product; and

(c) if the active constituent is sodium hypochlorite — in liquid form which provides 100 to 130 grams of available chlorine in each litre of the product; and

(d) if the active constituent is sodium dichloroisocyanurate — as granules which provide 500 to 630 grams of available chlorine in each kilogram of the product; and

(e) if the active constituent is trichloroisocyanuric acid — as tablets which provide 800 to 900 grams of available chlorine in each kilogram of the product.

7 Package limits

A listed chemical product must not, when packaged:

(a) if the product is in liquid form — have a volume that is more than 25 litres; and

(b) if the chemical product is not in liquid form — weigh more than 25 kilograms.

8 Labels

(1) The label for a container for a listed chemical product must comply with the label format set out in:

(a) if the active constituent of the product is calcium hypochlorite and the product is in a granular form — Schedule 1; or

(b) if the active constituent of the product is calcium hypochlorite and the product is in a tablet form — Schedule 2; or

(c) if the active constituent of the product is lithium hypochlorite and the product is in a granular form — Schedule 3; or

(d) if the active constituent of the product is sodium hypochlorite and the product is in a liquid form — Schedule 4; or

(e) if the active constituent of the product is sodium dichloroisocyanurate and the product is in a granular form that, for each kilogram of the product, contains 500 to 599 grams of available chlorine in the form of sodium dichloroisocyanurate — Schedule 5; or

(f) if the active constituent of the product is sodium dichloroisocyanurate and the product is in a granular form that, for each kilogram of the product, contains 600 to 630 grams of available chlorine in the form of sodium dichloroisocyanurate — Schedule 6; or

(g) if the active constituent of the product is a trichloroisocyanuric acid product and the product is in a tablet form — Schedule 7.

(2) The label may also contain a claim that the product controls algal growth.

Schedule 1 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form — Active constituent calcium hypochlorite

(paragraph 8 (1) (a))

FRONT PANEL

POISON

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING

[PRODUCT NAME]

ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: [correct content for the product] g/kg available

CHLORINE (Cl) present as CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE

For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa in swimming pools

Net contents: [insert mass – maximum 25] kg

[Insert registered company (or other legal entity) name, Australian street address and telephone number]

ANCILLARY PANEL

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

DO NOT use this product in spa pool water.

DO NOT use in a fixed or floating dispenser.

POOL VOLUME, LITRES	*STABILISED POOLS DAILY PRODUCT DOSAGE	UNSTABILISED POOLS DAILY PRODUCT DOSAGE	FREE CHLORINE CONCENTRATION
10, 000	40g<br>	80g<br>	refer to required levels table
INITIAL START UP SHOCK TREATMENT	7 x daily dosage	4 x daily dosage	10 ‑ 15mg/L<br>
SUPER CHLORINATION	4 x daily dosage	2 x daily dosage<br>	10 mg/L

Contains chlorine stabiliser, such as cyanuric acid.

These dosage rates are only a guide to assist in achieving the required levels of free chlorine.

REQUIRED LEVELS

TYPE OF POOL LEVEL OF STABILISER(mg/L) TOTAL ALKALINITY(mg/L) MINIMUM FREE CHLORINE LEVEL (mg/L) pH(optimumrange)
Cold water Above 26C
UNSTABILISED Nil 60 ‑ 200 1.5 Indoor Pool1.0 Outdoor Pool 2.0 7.2 to 7.6
STABILISED 30 ‑ 100 60 ‑ 200 2.0 3.0

 DO NOT exceed a concentration of 100 mg/L of isocyanurate

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Dissolve granules in water prior to dosing. DO NOT add water to product – add product to water, or add directly to pool water.
The correct level of free chlorine should be maintained for several hours before and during swimming activity.
Chlorine levels and pH should be tested daily by use of a reliable test kit using fresh testing reagents.
If pH falls below the required level add dry alkali, if it rises above add dry acid or hydrochloric acid.
Dose pool in the evening when the pool is not in use. Dosage rates indicated are only a guide. Dose pool and then test to ensure the required free chlorine levels are reached.
If stabilisers are present in the pool, stabiliser levels should be tested fortnightly by use of a reliable test kit. If 100 mg/L of stabiliser is exceeded the ability of the chlorine to control algae, bacteria, viruses and protozoa is reduced.

SUPER CHLORINATION

During the swimming season super‑chlorinate once per week. After Super‑Chlorination the pH balance of your pool should be checked.

WINTER MAINTENANCE

A Super‑Chlorination dose once a month is necessary to maintain your pool in good condition during winter.

CAUTION

Not to be used as a food container.

CONTAINER DISPOSAL

Rinse empty container in the pool water before disposal. Dispose of empty container with household waste.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS

Highly reactive oxidising chlorine compound. May cause fire and explosion or produce severe burns. Harmful if swallowed. Will damage the eyes. Product will irritate the eyes, nose, throat and skin. Avoid contact with the eyes, skin and clothing. DO NOT inhale dust. When opening the container and using the product, wear rubber gloves. If product on skin, immediately wash area with soap and water. If product in eyes, immediately wash it out with water. Wash hands after use.

DO NOT allow the product to come into contact with other chemicals, especially acids, or with combustible material such as paper, fabric, sawdust or kerosene. DO NOT allow to get damp. Use clean containers for dispensing. DO NOT mix with other chemicals. DO NOT mix with different types of chlorinating chemicals. Mix with water only.

DO NOT add water to the product ‑ add the product to water, but in case of fire, drench with water.

Store undercover in a dry, clean, cool, well‑ventilated place away from sunlight. Store and transport in an upright container. In case of spillage, flush with large quantities of water.

FIRST AID

If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre (phone Australia 13 11 26). If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water. If skin contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly. If in eyes, hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes and see a doctor.

D.O.M. [date of manufacture]

B.N. [batch number]

APVMA Listed Product Number: [Insert APVMA listed product number]

EMERGENCY INFORMATION PANEL

Insert information/requirements of the relevant authorities relating to transport and storage of dangerous goods, especially those in the Australian Dangerous Goods Code. This type of product requires an oxidising agent diamond and should be packaged according to the requirements of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code.

Schedule 2 Label format for listed chemical product in tablet form — Active constituent calcium hypochlorite

(paragraph 8 (1) (b))

FRONT PANEL

POISON

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING

[PRODUCT NAME]

ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: [correct content for the product] g/kg available

CHLORINE (Cl) present as CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE

For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa in swimming pools

Net contents: [insert mass] kg ([insert number of tablets] tablets)

[Insert registered company (or other legal entity) name, Australian street address and telephone number]

ANCILLARY PANEL

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

DO NOT use this product in spa pool water.

This product is NOT suitable for super chlorination.

POOL VOLUME, LITRES	*STABILISED POOLS DAILY DOSAGE	UNSTABILISED POOLS DAILY DOSAGE	FREE CHLORINE CONCENTRATION
10, 000	x tablets {insert correct number of tablets to give 40 g of product}	2 X x-number of tablets	refer to required levels table

Contains chlorine stabiliser, such as cyanuric acid.

These dosage rates are only a guide to assist in achieving the required levels of free chlorine.

REQUIRED LEVELS

TYPE OF POOL LEVEL OF STABILISER(mg/L) TOTAL ALKALINITY(mg/L) MINIMUM FREE CHLORINE LEVEL (mg/L) pH(optimumrange)
Cold water Above 26C
UNSTABILISED Nil 60 ‑ 200 1.5 Indoor Pool1.0 Outdoor Pool 2.0 7.2 ‑ 7.6
STABILISED 30 ‑ 100 60 - 200 2.0 3.0

 DO NOT exceed a concentration of 100 mg/L of isocyanurate

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The tablets must be used in a floating dispenser. The dispenser MUST NOT be handled by bathers.
The correct level of free chlorine should be maintained for several hours before and during swimming activity.
Chlorine levels and pH should be tested daily by use of a reliable test kit using fresh testing reagents.
If pH falls below the required level add dry alkali, if it rises above add dry acid or hydrochloric acid.
Dosage rates indicated are only a guide as the rate at which the product dissolves is affected by water temperature, flow rate, bather load and other environmental conditions. Dose pool and then test to ensure the required free chlorine levels are reached.
If stabilisers are present in the pool, stabiliser levels should be tested fortnightly by use of a reliable test kit. If 100 mg/L of stabiliser is exceeded the ability of the chlorine to control algae, bacteria, viruses and protozoa is reduced.

CAUTION

Not to be used as a food container.

CONTAINER DISPOSAL

Rinse empty container in the pool water before disposal. Dispose of empty container with household waste.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS

DO NOT add water to the product – add the product to water, but in case of fire, drench with water.

Store undercover in a dry, clean, cool, well‑ventilated place away from sunlight. Store and transport in an upright container.

FIRST AID

D.O.M. [date of manufacture]

B.N. [batch number]

APVMA Listed Product Number: [Insert APVMA listed product number]

EMERGENCY INFORMATION PANEL

Schedule 3 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form — Active constituent lithium hypochlorite

(paragraph 8 (1) (c))

FRONT PANEL

POISON

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING

[PRODUCT NAME]

ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: [correct content for the product] g/kg available

CHLORINE (Cl) present as LITHIUM HYPOCHLORITE

For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa in swimming pools and spas

Net contents: [insert mass‑ maximum 25] kg

[Insert registered company (or other legal entity) name, Australian street address and telephone number]

ANCILLARY PANEL

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

DO NOT use in a fixed or floating dispenser.

POOL VOLUME, LITRES	*STABILISED POOLS DAILY PRODUCT DOSAGE	UNSTABILISED POOLS DAILY PRODUCT DOSAGE	FREE CHLORINE CONCENTRATION
10, 000	60g<br>	120g<br>	refer to required levels table
INITIAL START UP SHOCK TREATMENT	7 x daily dosage	4 x daily dosage	10 ‑ 15mg/L<br>
SUPER CHLORINATION	4 x daily dosage	2 x daily dosage<br>	10mg/L

Contains chlorine stabiliser, such as cyanuric acid.

These dosage rates are only a guide to assist in achieving the required levels of free chlorine.

REQUIRED LEVELS

TYPE OF POOL LEVEL OF STABILISER(mg/L) TOTAL ALKALINITY(mg/L) MINIMUM FREE CHLORINE LEVEL (mg/L) pH(optimumrange)
Below 26°C Above 26C
UNSTABILISEDOUTDOOR Nil 60 ‑ 200 1.0 2.0 7.2 ‑ 7.6
STABILISEDOUTDOOR 30 ‑ 100 60 ‑ 200 2.0 3.0
UNSTABILISED INDOOR POOL Nil 60 ‑ 200 1.5 2.0 7.2 ‑ 7.8
SPA POOL (water temperature not more than 40C) DO NOT use stabiliser 60 ‑ 200 2.0 – 4.0 7.2 ‑ 7.8

 DO NOT exceed a concentration of 100 mg/L of isocyanurate

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Scatter granules directly into pool water.
The correct level of free chlorine should be maintained for several hours before and during swimming activity.
Chlorine levels and pH should be tested daily by use of a reliable test kit using fresh testing reagents.
If pH falls below the required level add dry alkali, if it rises above add dry acid or hydrochloric acid.
Dose pool in the evening when the pool is not in use. Dosage rates indicated are only a guide. Dose pool and then test to ensure the required free chlorine levels are reached.
If stabilisers are present in the pool, stabiliser levels should be tested fortnightly by use of a reliable test kit. If 100 mg/L of stabiliser is exceeded the ability of the chlorine to control algae, bacteria, viruses and protozoa is reduced.

SUPER CHLORINATION

During the swimming season super‑chlorinate once per week. After Super‑Chlorination the pH balance of your pool should be checked.

WINTER MAINTENANCE

A Super‑Chlorination dose once a month is necessary to maintain your pool in good condition during winter.

CAUTION

Not to be used as a food container.

CONTAINER DISPOSAL

Rinse empty container in the pool water before disposal. Dispose of empty container with household waste.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS

DO NOT add water to the product – add the product to water, but in case of fire, drench with water.

Store undercover in a dry, clean, cool, well‑ventilated place away from sunlight. Store and transport in an upright container. In case of spillage, flush with large quantities of water.

FIRST AID

D.O.M. [date of manufacture]

B.N. [batch number]

APVMA Listed Product Number: [Insert APVMA listed product number]

EMERGENCY INFORMATION PANEL

Schedule 4 Label format for listed chemical product in liquid form — Active constituent sodium hypochlorite

(paragraph 8 (1) (d))

FRONT PANEL

CAUTION

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING

[PRODUCT NAME]

ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: [correct content for the product] g/L available

CHLORINE (Cl) present as SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE

For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa in swimming pools and spas

Contents: [insert volume‑ maximum 25] L

[Insert registered company (or other legal entity) name, Australian street address and telephone number]

ANCILLARY PANEL

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

POOL VOLUME, LITRES	*STABILISED POOLS DAILY PRODUCT DOSAGE	UNSTABILISED POOLS DAILY PRODUCT DOSAGE	FREE CHLORINE CONCENTRATION
10, 000	200mL<br>	400mL<br>	refer to required levels table
INITIAL START UP SHOCK TREATMENT	7 x daily dosage	4 x daily dosage	10 ‑ 15mg/L<br>
SUPER CHLORINATION	4 x daily dosage	2 x daily dosage<br>	10mg/L

Contains chlorine stabiliser, such as cyanuric acid.

These dosage rates are only a guide to assist in achieving the required levels of free chlorine.

REQUIRED LEVELS

TYPE OF POOL LEVEL OF STABILISER(mg/L) TOTAL ALKALINITY(mg/L) MINIMUM FREE CHLORINE LEVEL (mg/L) pH(optimumrange)
Below 26°C Above 26C
UNSTABILISEDOUTDOOR Nil 60 ‑ 200 1.0 2.0 7.2 ‑ 7.6
STABILISEDOUTDOOR 30 ‑ 100 60 ‑ 200 2.0 3.0
UNSTABILISEDINDOOR POOL Nil 60 ‑ 200 1.5 2.0 7.2 ‑ 7.8
SPA POOL (water temperaturenot more than 40C) DO NOT use stabiliser 60 ‑ 200 2.0 – 4.0 7.2 ‑ 7.8

 DO NOT exceed a concentration of 100 mg/L of isocyanurate

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The correct level of free chlorine should be maintained for several hours prior to and during swimming activity.
Chlorine levels and pH should be tested daily by use of a reliable test kit using fresh testing reagents.
If pH falls below the required level add dry alkali, if it rises above add dry acid or hydrochloric acid.
Dose the pool in the evening when the pool is not in use. Dosage rates indicated are only a guide. Dose the pool and then test to ensure the required free chlorine levels are reached.
If stabilisers are present in the pool, stabiliser levels should be tested fortnightly by use of a reliable test kit. If 100 mg/L of stabiliser is exceeded the ability of the chlorine to control algae, bacteria, viruses and protozoa is reduced.

SUPER CHLORINATION

During the swimming season super‑chlorinate once per week. After Super‑Chlorination the pH balance of your pool should be checked.

WINTER MAINTENANCE

A Super‑Chlorination dose once a month is necessary to maintain your pool in good condition during winter.

CAUTION

Not to be used as a food container.

CONTAINER DISPOSAL

Rinse empty container in the pool water before disposal. Dispose of empty container with household waste.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS

Corrosive liquid. Harmful if swallowed. Will damage the eyes. Product will irritate the eyes, nose, throat and skin. Avoid contact with the eyes, skin and clothing. DO NOT inhale vapour. Ensure adequate ventilation when using. When opening the container and using the product, wear rubber gloves. If product on skin, immediately wash area with soap and water. If product in eyes, immediately wash it out with water. Wash hands after use.

Use clean containers for dispensing. DO NOT mix with other chemicals. DO NOT mix with different types of chlorinating chemicals. Mix with water only.

Store undercover in a dry, clean, cool, well ventilated place away from sunlight. Store and transport in an upright container. In case of spillage flush with large quantities of water.

FIRST AID

D.O.M. [date of manufacture]

B.N. [batch number]

APVMA Listed Product Number: [Insert APVMA listed product number]

EMERGENCY INFORMATION PANEL

Insert the information/requirements of the relevant authorities relating to transport and storage of dangerous goods, especially those in the Australian Dangerous Goods Code. This type of product requires a corrosive agent diamond and should be packaged according to the requirements of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code.

Schedule 5 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form containing chlorine (500 to 599g/kg) — Active constituent sodium dichloroisocyanurate

(paragraph 8 (1) (e))

FRONT PANEL

POISON

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING

[PRODUCT NAME]

ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: [correct content for the product] g/kg available

CHLORINE (Cl) present as SODIUM DICHLOROISOCYANURATE

For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa in swimming pools and spas

This product is stabilised to increase the longevity of chlorine in outdoor pools.

Net contents: [insert mass‑ maximum 25] kg

[Insert registered company (or other legal entity) name, Australian street address and telephone number]

ANCILLARY PANEL

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

DO NOT use this product in indoor pools or commercial spa installations

This product is NOT suitable for super‑chlorination.

POOL VOLUME	RECOMMENDED DAILY DOSAGE
10,000 litres	10 ‑ 25 grams
Initial Shock Treatment	100 ‑ 170 grams

These dosage rates are only a guide to achieve the required levels of free chlorine

REQUIRED LEVELS

	Minimum free chlorine level (mg/L)	Total alkalinity (mg/L)	pH range<br>(optimum)	Stabiliser (mg/L)
Cold water	2	60 ‑ 200	7.2 to 7.6	30 ‑ 100
Water temperature greater than 26oC	3	60 ‑ 200	7.2 to 7.6	30 ‑ 100

DO NOT exceed a concentration of 100 mg/L of isocyanurate

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The correct level of free chlorine should be maintained for several hours before and during swimming activity.
Chlorine levels and pH should be tested daily by use of a reliable test kit using fresh testing reagents.
If pH falls below the required level add dry alkali, if it rises above add dry acid or hydrochloric acid.
Dose pool in the evening when the pool is not in use.
Stabiliser levels MUST be tested fortnightly by use of a reliable test kit. Once stabiliser levels reach 100 mg/L DO NOT use this product until stabiliser levels fall below that level. INSTEAD use an unstabilised chlorine product to maintain free chlorine levels. If 100 mg/L of stabiliser is exceeded the ability of the chlorine to control algae, bacteria, viruses and protozoa is reduced.

CAUTION

NOT TO BE USED AS A FOOD CONTAINER.

CONTAINER DISPOSAL

Rinse empty container in the pool water before disposal. Dispose of empty container with household waste.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS

DO NOT add water to the product – add the product to water, but in case of fire, drench with water.

Store undercover in a dry, clean, cool, well‑ventilated place away from sunlight. Store and transport in an upright container. In case of spillage, flush with large quantities of water.

FIRST AID

D.O.M. [date of manufacture]

B.N. [batch number]

APVMA Listed Product Number: [Insert APVMA listed product number]

EMERGENCY INFORMATION PANEL

Include all requirements of the relevant authorities relating to transport and storage of dangerous goods, especially those in the Australian Dangerous Goods Code.

Schedule 6 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form containing chlorine (600 to 630g/kg) — Active constituent sodium dichloroisocyanurate

(paragraph 8 (1) (f))

FRONT PANEL

POISON

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING

[PRODUCT NAME]

ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: [insert correct content for the product] g/kg available CHLORINE (Cl) present as SODIUM DICHLOROISOCYANURATE

For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa in swimming pools and spas

This product is stabilised to increase the longevity of chlorine in outdoor pools.

Net contents: [insert mass‑ maximum 25] kg

[Insert registered company (or other legal entity) name, Australian street address and telephone number]

ANCILLARY PANEL

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

DO NOT use this product in indoor pools or commercial spa installations

This product is NOT suitable for super‑chlorination.

POOL VOLUME RECOMMENDED DAILY DOSAGE ALTERNATE DAILY DOSAGE
10,000 litres 8 ‑ 20 grams 25 ‑ 30 grams
Initial Shock Treatment 100 ‑ 170 grams

These dosage rates are only a guide to achieve the required levels of free chlorine

REQUIRED LEVELS

	Minimum free chlorine level (mg/L)	Total alkalinity (mg/L)	pH range<br>(optimum)	Stabiliser (mg/L)
Cold water	2	60 ‑ 200	7.2 to 7.6	30 ‑ 100
Water temperature greater than 26oC	3	60 ‑ 200	7.2 to 7.6	30 ‑ 100

DO NOT exceed a concentration of 100 mg/L of isocyanurate

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The correct level of free chlorine should be maintained for several hours before and during swimming activity.
Chlorine levels and pH should be tested daily by use of a reliable test kit using fresh testing reagents.
If pH falls below the required level add dry alkali, if it rises above add dry acid or hydrochloric acid.
Dose pool in the evening when the pool is not in use.
Stabiliser levels MUST be tested fortnightly by use of a reliable test kit. Once stabiliser levels reach 100 mg/L DO NOT use this product until stabiliser levels fall below that level. INSTEAD use an unstabilised chlorine product to maintain free chlorine levels. If 100 mg/L of stabiliser is exceeded the ability of the chlorine to control algae, bacteria, viruses and protozoa is reduced.

CAUTION

NOT TO BE USED AS A FOOD CONTAINER.

CONTAINER DISPOSAL

Rinse empty container in the pool water before disposal. Dispose of empty container with household waste.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS

DO NOT add water to the product – add the product to water, but in case of fire, drench with water.

Store undercover in a dry, clean, cool, well‑ventilated place away from sunlight. Store and transport in an upright container. In case of spillage, flush with large quantities of water.

FIRST AID

D.O.M. [date of manufacture]

B.N. [batch number]

APVMA Listed Product Number: [Insert APVMA listed product number]

EMERGENCY INFORMATION PANEL

Include all requirements of the relevant authorities relating to transport and storage of dangerous goods, especially those in the Australian Dangerous Goods Code. Refer to the ‘Label design information’ instructions for further information.

Schedule 7 Label format for listed chemical product in tablet form — Active constituent trichloroisocyanuric acid

(paragraph 8 (1) (g))

FRONT PANEL

POISON

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING

[PRODUCT NAME]

ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: [Correct content for the product] g/kg available

CHLORINE (Cl) present as TRICHLOROISOCYANURIC ACID

For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa in swimming pools and spas

This product is stabilised to increase the longevity of chlorine in outdoor pools.

Net contents: [insert mass‑ maximum 25] kg ([insert number of tablets] tablets)

[Insert registered company (or other legal entity) name, Australian street address and telephone number]

ANCILLARY PANEL

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

DO NOT use this product in indoor pools or commercial spa installations

This product is NOT suitable for super‑chlorination.

POOL VOLUME,<br>Litres	RECOMMENDED WEEKLY DOSAGE
10,000	x tablets (insert correct number of tablets to give 100g of product)

These dosage rates are only a guide to achieve the required levels of free chlorine

REQUIRED LEVELS

	Minimum free chlorine level (mg/L)	Total alkalinity (mg/L)	pH range<br>(optimum)	Stabiliser (mg/L)
Cold water	2	60 ‑ 200	7.2 to 7.6	30 ‑ 100
Water temperature greater than 26oC	3	60 ‑ 200	7.2 to 7.6	30 ‑ 100

DO NOT exceed a concentration of 100 mg/L of isocyanurate

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The correct level of free chlorine should be maintained for several hours before and during swimming activity.
Chlorine levels and pH should be tested daily by use of a reliable test kit using fresh testing reagents.
If pH falls below the required level add dry alkali, if it rises above add dry acid or hydrochloric acid.
Stabiliser levels MUST be tested fortnightly by use of a reliable test kit. Once stabiliser levels reach 100 mg/L DO NOT use this product until stabiliser levels fall below that level. INSTEAD use an unstabilised chlorine product to maintain free chlorine levels. If 100 mg/L of stabiliser is exceeded the ability of the chlorine to control algae, bacteria, viruses and protozoa is reduced.
Always add tablets to a floating dispensing device or feeder designed for trichloroisocyanurate tablets.
DO NOT USE IN FEEDERS DESIGNED FOR ANY OTHER CHEMICAL SYSTEMS.

CAUTION

NOT TO BE USED AS A FOOD CONTAINER.

CONTAINER DISPOSAL

Rinse empty container in the pool water before disposal. Dispose of empty container with household waste.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS

DO NOT add water to the product – add the product to water, but in case of fire, drench with water.

Store undercover in a dry, clean, cool, well‑ventilated place away from sunlight. Store and transport in an upright container.

FIRST AID

D.O.M. [date of manufacture]

B.N. [batch number]

APVMA Listed Product Number: [Insert APVMA listed product number]

EMERGENCY INFORMATION PANEL

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Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code (Listed Chemical Product – Home Swimming Pool and Spa Products) Standard 2014

I, Kareena Arthy, Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority:

make this Standard for the purposes of subsection 8U(2) of the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code, scheduled to the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Act 1994; and
repeal the Listable Chemical Product (Home Swimming Pool and Spa Products) Standard 2007 with effect from the commencement of this Standard.

Kareena Arthy

Chief Executive Officer

Dated this 25th day of June 2014

Contents

Part 1 Preliminary

1 Name of Standard

2 Commencement

3 Object

4 Application of Standard

5 Interpretation

Part 2 Requirements in relation to listed chemical products

6 Formulation requirements for listed chemical products

7 Package limits

8 Labels

Schedule 1 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form — Active constituent calcium hypochlorite

Schedule 2 Label format for listed chemical product in tablet form — Active constituent calcium hypochlorite

Schedule 3 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form — Active constituent lithium hypochlorite

Schedule 4 Label format for listed chemical product in liquid form — Active constituent sodium hypochlorite

Schedule 5 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form containing chlorine (500 to 599g/kg) — Active constituent sodium dichloroisocyanurate

Schedule 6 Label format for listed chemical product in granular form containing chlorine (600 to 630g/kg) — Active constituent sodium dichloroisocyanurate

Schedule 7 Label format for listed chemical product in tablet form — Active constituent trichloroisocyanuric acid

Several core concepts structure the Standard and determine its operational effect. First, the instrument is list-based: it applies to the items listed in item 1 of the Listing Schedule Table in Part 2 of Schedule 3B to the Agvet Regulations (see s 4 and s 5(2)). The Listing Schedule Table is the point of identification for which products fall into this regulatory bucket; the Standard does not itself enumerate every product by trade name but ties requirements to that Listing Schedule Table entry.

Second, the notion of active constituent and “available chlorine” is central. Section 5(2) defines “active constituent in the listed chemical product” as the active constituent mentioned in column 2 of item 1 of the Listing Schedule Table. Section 6 then prescribes formulation requirements for each named active constituent in terms of physical form and a range for grams of available chlorine per kilogram or litre. That is a prescriptive compositional standard: compliance requires measurement and verification of available chlorine content in the finished product and formulation control upstream.

Third, the Standard operates through compulsory label templates. Section 8(1) requires that container labels must “comply with the label format set out in” the applicable Schedule (Schedules 1-7) depending on the active constituent and form. Each Schedule provides a precise label layout including mandated warnings (for example Schedules 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 and 7 use the heading POISON on the front panel while Schedule 4 uses CAUTION), dosage tables, “Directions for use” (sometimes with prohibited uses), storage instructions, safety directions and “Emergency Information Panel” requirements referencing the Australian Dangerous Goods Code. The label formats thereby limit the communicative content and presentation producers may use for consumer-facing information.

Fourth, the Standard restricts pack sizes (s 7): liquid products must not have volume exceeding 25 litres; non-liquids must not weigh more than 25 kilograms. Combined with the label prescriptions these package limits affect how products can be packaged for sale to consumers (and potentially for distribution), and interact with transport and dangerous goods rules referenced in the Schedules.

Fifth, the Standard allows one specific additional marketing claim: s 8(2) permits an algal-control claim in addition to the mandatory label content. All other claims would therefore have to be reconciled with the mandated label formats and approvals under the underlying Agvet Code regime.

Finally, the Standard cross-references other regulatory instruments. Section 5(1) imports meanings from the Agvet Code and the Agvet Regulations. Several Schedules require an “Emergency Information Panel” that must include information/requirements of relevant authorities relating to transport and storage of dangerous goods, and specifically mentions the Australian Dangerous Goods Code. That locates the Standard within a web of product-safety, transport, and chemical control regimes.

These concepts together convert the Standard into a detailed, prescriptive regulatory rulebook for a narrow set of chlorine-based pool/spa chemicals: identification by listing, formulation specifications, pack-size ceilings, and mandatory labels tied to hazardous-goods guidance.

The Standard affects multiple actors in a predictable chain: manufacturers/formulators, packers and labellers, importers, distributors/retailers, and end‑users (household consumers and operators of domestic pools and spas). It also imposes duties that implicate transport and emergency-response authorities because of the dangerous goods cross-references in each Schedule.

Manufacturers and formulators are primary addressees. Section 6 prescribes formulation requirements by active constituent and physical form. A manufacturer producing a Listed Product must ensure the finished product delivers the specified available chlorine concentration (for example 650-700 g/kg for calcium hypochlorite; 100-130 g/L for sodium hypochlorite). This creates product‑design constraints: choices of raw materials, processing methods, quality control testing and batch-release criteria will need to be aligned to the ranges in s 6.

Packers and importers are constrained by the package limits in s 7. No container may exceed 25 L for liquids or 25 kg for solids. That affects packaging procurement, inventory systems, and potentially distribution models that previously relied on larger bulk containers. Importers must ensure each container complies with the prescribed net contents and the label formatting in the applicable Schedule.

Retailers and distributors must sell and display only containers that bear the required label format mandated in s 8 and its Schedules. For products in transit, consignors and carriers must follow the emergency information and dangerous goods packaging references embedded in the Schedules (for example, oxidising agent diamond or corrosive agent diamond as required). The Standard thus affects logistics practices and the interface between retail sale and transport law.

End users are affected indirectly through product availability, pack sizes and required on‑package warnings and instructions. The label formats include detailed dosage tables, usage prohibitions (for example several Schedules instruct “DO NOT use this product in indoor pools or commercial spa installations” or “DO NOT use this product in spa pool water”), and first-aid instructions. These mandated messages constrict the product information households receive and may influence user behaviour when dosing and storing products.

Regulators and enforcement agencies are affected only in the sense that enforcement will occur under the Agvet Code and related Regulations; the Standard itself provides the substantive compliance benchmarks (s 3, s 4, s 5(1)). Emergency responders and transport authorities are affected by the Emergency Information Panel requirements in the Schedules, which require inclusion of relevant dangerous goods information.

Small producers and importers are particularly implicated because the Standard prescribes exact label wording and layout (Schedules 1-7), batch identifiers (D.O.M., B.N.), and the APVMA Listed Product Number on labels. Those prescriptive content requirements impose fixed compliance costs (artwork, printing, legal vetting, stock write-offs) that tend to be a larger relative burden for smaller operators than for large manufacturers. The Standard also constrains product innovation in the defined list category because any product form or active constituent outside the ranges or forms specified by s 6 would not meet the listed product requirements and therefore would fall to other regulatory pathways.

The Standard creates mandatory duties for listed chemical products in three principal areas: formulation (s 6), packaging limits (s 7) and labelling (s 8 and Schedules 1-7). These are duties on products and the persons responsible for placing them on the market (manufacturers, importers, packers, marketers), rather than duties expressed as behavioural obligations on named individuals in the text supplied.

Formulation duties (s 6): A listed chemical product must be formulated in specific physical forms and with specific available chlorine concentrations for each active constituent named. The duty is product‑specific: e.g. calcium hypochlorite must be tablets or granules providing 650-700 g/kg available chlorine; sodium hypochlorite must be a liquid providing 100-130 g/L available chlorine. Compliance requires that formulation and quality control processes ensure each batch meets those ranges before labelling and sale.

Packaging duties (s 7): The Standard requires that a listed product, when packaged, not exceed 25 L if liquid, or 25 kg if not liquid. The duty is on the packaged product; whoever supplies a container exceeding those limits will not meet the Standard’s packaging requirement.

Labelling duties (s 8 and Schedules): Section 8(1) prescribes that the label for a container for a listed product must comply with the label format set out in the applicable Schedule. Each Schedule defines mandatory front-panel wording, ancillary panels (directions for use, required levels, general instructions), safety directions, storage, first aid, D.O.M., B.N., APVMA Listed Product Number and an Emergency Information Panel referencing dangerous goods requirements. Section 8(2) is an express allowance: the label may also contain a claim that the product controls algal growth. No other discretionary label claims are expressly permitted by the Standard text; additional claims would need to be reconciled with the Agvet Code and any approval requirements under it.

Rights implied by the instrument are limited and primarily procedural: the Standard defines what is permissible for a product to be considered a “listed chemical product” under the Listing Schedule Table. If a product matches the formulation, pack-size and label prescriptions it qualifies as a product of the listed class intended by the Standard. The Standard also implicitly grants the right to use the prescribed wording and dose tables; it mandates their inclusion and thereby authorises suppliers to present those messages to consumers.

The Standard itself does not set out enforcement powers, penalties or appeal routes in the text provided; those are contained in the Agvet Code and Agvet Regulations referenced in s 5(1). Therefore the Standard’s duties are intended to be enforceable under the broader statutory framework, but specific sanctioning provisions are not reproduced in the instrument. Parties must therefore consult the Agvet Code/Regulations for the administrative and penalty architecture that gives effect to these duties.

Operational compliance duties arising from the Schedules include inclusion of specified warnings such as “POISON” or “CAUTION” on the front panel (differences between Schedules must be matched to product type), inclusion of an APVMA Listed Product Number, D.O.M. and batch number, and provision of Emergency Information Panels consistent with dangerous goods obligations. Several Schedules also contain use prohibitions for certain installations (for example, “DO NOT use this product in indoor pools or commercial spa installations” in Schedules 5-7) and mandatory consumer directions (e.g. “DO NOT add water to the product - add the product to water”).

In sum, the key duties are precise and product-centric; rights are limited to the ability to market products that meet the Standard’s defined specifications and to use the prescribed label language where applicable. Enforcement and sanctioning are external to the text and are to be located in the Agvet Code/Regulations.

The Standard, as set out in the supplied text, does not itself specify penalties, offence provisions or detailed enforcement mechanisms. The introductory recital states the Standard is made for the purposes of subsection 8U(2) of the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code, and section 5(1) explicitly imports expressions used in the Agvet Code and the Agvet Regulations. That structure indicates that compliance assessment, administrative action and penalties are to be exercised under the Agvet Code/Regulations framework rather than within this Standard.

Because the Standard provides mandatory product attributes and labelled content (s 6-8 and Schedules), enforcement will proceed by reference to those obligations under the Agvet Code regime. The Standard is the substantive benchmark for whether a listed chemical product conforms to the specified definition (including formulation ranges, pack-size limits and label format). Regulatory agencies supervising Agvet Code compliance (such as the APVMA) will therefore use the Standard to determine non-compliance that may trigger enforcement measures under the Agvet Code/Regulations. The text, however, does not reproduce or set out the enforcement powers, notice procedures, infringement fines or criminal offences; those must be read in the primary legislation and regulations.

Schedules repeatedly require an Emergency Information Panel and reference the Australian Dangerous Goods Code for transport and storage requirements. Non-compliance with those dangerous goods obligations may also attract separate enforcement under transport or hazardous substances regimes, but the Standard itself only ties the label content to those requirements (for example schedules directing inclusion of an oxidising agent diamond or corrosive agent diamond where appropriate).

Practically, the absence of penalty provisions within the Standard means that persons wanting to assess legal risk must consult the Agvet Code and Agvet Regulations to identify sanctioning mechanisms applicable to breaches of the Standard’s duties (for example, supply of a product with incorrect available chlorine concentration, sale of oversized packages contrary to s 7, or failure to use the mandated label format). The Standard does, however, create clear non‑compliance triggers: mismatch between actual formulation and s 6 ranges, packaging exceeding the s 7 limits, or labels that diverge from the applicable Schedule’s format. Those are concrete, measurable predicates for enforcement action in the wider regulatory framework.

In addition, because labels must include D.O.M., B.N. and the APVMA Listed Product Number, failure to include those identifiers would make tracing and recall operations more difficult and may be treated as an aggravating factor by regulators. The Schedules also instruct inclusion of emergency and transport information aligned with the Australian Dangerous Goods Code; breaches of those transport-related duties could attract enforcement under dangerous goods legislation separate from the Agvet Code.

To assess likely penalties and enforcement remedies, users must consult the Agvet Code/Regulations for specifics such as infringement notices, administrative penalties, product suspension or cancellation processes, and criminal offence provisions; those enforcement details are not contained in the Standard text provided.

The Standard explicitly situates itself within the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code framework and also interacts with dangerous goods transport and storage law through its Schedules. Section 5(1) states that unless the contrary intention appears, an expression used in the Agvet Code or the Agvet Regulations and in this Standard has the same meaning in this Standard as in the Agvet Code or Agvet Regulations. That integration means the Standard is not a stand‑alone regulatory regime; it must be interpreted and enforced within the definitions, administrative processes and penalty architecture of the Agvet Code/Regulations.

The Standard points to the Listing Schedule Table in Part 2 of Schedule 3B to the Agvet Regulations as the instrument that identifies the listed products to which it applies (s 5(2) and s 4). Therefore, which products fall inside or outside the Standard will be determined by the Listing Schedule Table, which itself is part of the Agvet Regulations. Any amendment to the Listing Schedule Table or to the Agvet Regulations could therefore change the scope of this Standard without amendment to the Standard text itself.

The Schedules repeatedly require an “Emergency Information Panel” and instruct inclusion of the requirements of “the relevant authorities relating to transport and storage of dangerous goods, especially those in the Australian Dangerous Goods Code.” That makes the Standard operationally dependent on the Australian Dangerous Goods Code for packaging symbols (oxidising agent diamond, corrosive agent diamond), transport packaging, and likely segregation/storage requirements. Consequently, compliance with this Standard requires concurrent compliance with relevant provisions of transport/dangerous-goods law.

Because label content is prescriptive and includes safety directions, first aid instructions and storage warnings, the Standard intersects with general consumer product safety and labelling expectations. While the Standard prescribes the wording, if other Commonwealth, state or territory laws impose additional consumer warnings or mandatory information for hazardous household chemicals, suppliers must ensure both sets of obligations are met. The Standard’s requirement that labels include company name and Australian street address and telephone number links to product liability tracing and consumer complaint channels.

The Standard also interacts with any APVMA listing or registration processes. Labels are required to state an “APVMA Listed Product Number” (Schedules), which suggests that a product meeting the Standard will be assigned such a number under the Agvet administrative regime. That linkage means the Standard’s label and formulation requirements may be prerequisites for listing and for the use of the APVMA identifier, and any APVMA administrative action (suspension, cancellation) would affect products governed by the Standard.

Finally, the Standard’s pack-size limits and transport/emergency information requirements will interact with state/territory waste disposal, environmental, and firefighting regulations. Storage instructions such as “Store undercover in a dry, clean, cool, well-ventilated place away from sunlight” and disposal instructions may be subject to local environmental health requirements.

In short, the Standard is tightly integrated with the Agvet Code and Agvet Regulations for legal definition and enforcement, and it cross-refers to transport/dangerous-goods law for emergency information and packaging identification. Businesses must read the Standard alongside the Agvet Code/Regulations and the Australian Dangerous Goods Code to achieve full legal compliance.

The instrument as presented contains limited self-contained amendment history. The recital at the start states two matters: (1) the Standard is made by the APVMA CEO for the purposes of subsection 8U(2) of the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code, and (2) it repeals the Listable Chemical Product (Home Swimming Pool and Spa Products) Standard 2007 with effect from the commencement of this Standard. The instrument includes a date in the heading,made and dated 25th June 2014 by Kareena Arthy, Chief Executive Officer. Section 2 provides the commencement mechanism: the Standard commences on the commencement of Schedules 1 to 6 to the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Legislation Amendment Act 2013.

From the text provided, the 2014 Standard replaces the 2007 Standard; no other amendments, historical versions, or subsequent modifications are recorded in the supplied document. The fact the Standard’s commencement is tied to the commencement of specified schedules of the 2013 Amendment Act indicates a statutory sequencing: the wider legislative amendments in 2013 had to commence before this Standard takes effect. The repealing of the 2007 Standard is absolute with effect from the commencement date; the 2014 Standard therefore becomes the operative instrument for the listed products after that point.

There is no list within the text of amendments that occurred between 2007 and 2014, and no notation of later amendments, revocations or transitional provisions beyond the repeal of the 2007 Standard. The Schedules in the Standard include label templates that must be adopted for compliance; any change to those Schedules would be an amendment to the Standard. But the supplied text contains only the 2014 instrument itself and its declared repeal of the 2007 Standard.

Users seeking a full amendment history (for example, whether the 2014 Standard has been further amended or whether the Listing Schedule Table has been altered since) must consult legislative databases, the Agvet Regulations as current, and APVMA records. The Standard itself does not contain subsequent amendment entries or version-tracking notes. The text does, however, make clear the original creation date and the prior instrument it superseded.

The Standard text contains no references to litigation, case law, judicial interpretation, or disputes. It does not cite any judicial decisions, nor does it attach notes of litigation arising from the 2007 Standard or the 2014 replacement. The schedules also do not reference administrative tribunals or appeal routes. As the instrument stands, there is no litigation history recorded within the document.

Because the Standard is a subordinate instrument operating within the Agvet Code framework, litigation or administrative appeals concerning its application (for example, enforcement actions, product suspension or cancellation) would be handled under the Agvet Code/Regulations and relevant administrative or judicial processes. Any case law or tribunal decisions that interpret or apply this Standard would therefore appear in external legal databases or APVMA decision records, not within the text of the Standard itself.

Practitioners requiring litigation history should therefore search Agvet Code case records, APVMA administrative decisions, and court or tribunal databases for matters invoking the Listing Schedule Table, disputes about label compliance, or enforcement actions for non‑conforming products. The absence of litigation references in the instrument means this Standard should be treated as a technical regulatory specification; any legal disputes will be recorded and analysed separately from the instrument text.

The Standard contains several detailed, technical prescriptions that create concrete compliance traps if overlooked. The following are specific, source‑grounded “gotchas” to watch for when advising clients or implementing compliance programs.

Precise formulation ranges are mandatory (s 6). The Standard prescribes narrow available-chlorine ranges tied to active constituent and form. For example, calcium hypochlorite products must provide 650-700 g available chlorine per kg and be in tablets or granules (s 6(a)); sodium hypochlorite must be a liquid 100-130 g/L (s 6(c)). A product that is off-spec by a few percentage points will fail the formulation duty. Manufacturers must therefore have validated analytical methods, batch release testing and records to demonstrate available chlorine content.
Form-specific prohibitions and directions vary between Schedules. Some Schedules explicitly forbid use in certain applications: e.g. several Schedules state “DO NOT use this product in indoor pools or commercial spa installations” (Schedules 5-7), while Schedule 2 (calcium hypochlorite tablets) instructs “DO NOT use this product in spa pool water” and “This product is NOT suitable for super chlorination.” Others instruct that tablets must be used in a floating dispenser (Schedule 2) whereas Schedule 1 instructs “DO NOT use in a fixed or floating dispenser.” These differences are significant: using a product in a way the label forbids may place the supplier at risk of enforcement even if the chemistry is correct.
Label format is prescriptive and differs by Schedule (s 8(1) and Schedules). Compliance requires matching the appropriate Schedule to the product’s active constituent and form. Errors include using the wrong front-panel heading (POISON vs CAUTION), omitting APVMA Listed Product Number, failing to include D.O.M. or batch number, or misplacing dosage tables. The Standard allows only one additional claim (algicidal claim) under s 8(2); adding other marketing statements risks conflict with the mandated format.
Pack-size limits are absolute (s 7). Non-liquid products must not weigh more than 25 kg and liquids not more than 25 L when packaged. This limit affects packaging for retailers and professional users. Suppliers who continue bulk sales in larger containers will be outside the Standard’s parameters.
Dangerous-goods cross-compliance required. Schedules mandate inclusion of emergency information and reference the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (for example oxidising agent diamond or corrosive agent diamond). Failing to align packaging and transport documentation with dangerous goods rules is an operational risk, especially for oxidising or corrosive products.
Stabiliser and use interactions in certain products. Several Schedules for stabilised products (Schedules 5-7) include a repeated warning: do not exceed 100 mg/L of isocyanurate; once that level is reached “DO NOT use this product until stabiliser levels fall below that level. INSTEAD use an unstabilised chlorine product.” The label therefore creates an operational decision rule for end users; suppliers need to ensure the label’s stabiliser claims match the product chemistry (stabilised vs unstabilised). Mislabelled stabilisation status or failure to warn could lead to ineffective disinfection and regulatory attention.
Contradictory consumer directions across formats. The instructions “DO NOT add water to the product - add the product to water” appear repeatedly. This safety-critical direction must be present as prescribed; failing to include it or misphrasing it could be both dangerous and non-compliant.
Different treatment of “POISON” versus “CAUTION” on front panels. Most solid-chlorine schedules require the heading POISON; the liquid sodium hypochlorite Schedule (Schedule 4) uses CAUTION. Using the wrong heading for a given product type would be a label-format breach.
Scope hinge on external Listing Schedule Table. The Standard only applies to products in item 1 of the Listing Schedule Table (s 4). If a product is functionally similar but not listed, the Standard’s protections and obligations do not automatically apply. Misclassification risks either under‑ or over‑compliance.
The Standard does not itself specify enforcement procedures or appeals. Because penalties are governed by the Agvet Code/Regulations, firms must ensure they understand the broader enforcement architecture; assuming the Standard contains its own enforcement schedule would be an error.

Addressing these gotchas requires tight cross-referencing between the product’s active constituent, form, analytical verification of available chlorine, correct label Schedule, packaging size, and transport/emergency documentation. A mismatch in any link is a compliance risk.

Compliance with this Standard requires coordinated changes across product development, quality assurance, labelling, packaging, distribution and documentation. The following stepwise checklist translates the Standard’s provisions (s 1-8 and Schedules 1-7) into operational tasks.

Verify product falls within scope: confirm the product is listed in item 1 of the Listing Schedule Table in Part 2 of Schedule 3B to the Agvet Regulations (see s 4 and s 5(2)). If the product is not in that Listing Schedule Table entry, the Standard’s obligations do not apply and an alternative regulatory pathway may be needed.
Match active constituent and required form: consult s 6 to determine the mandated physical form and available-chlorine range for the relevant active constituent. For example, ensure calcium hypochlorite products are in tablet or granular form and deliver 650-700 g available chlorine per kg (s 6(a)). Implement formulation controls and supplier specifications to achieve those targets.
Implement validated analytical testing: set up or contract laboratory testing to measure available chlorine content per kg or litre using validated methods. Retain batch-level records showing compliance with the s 6 ranges as part of quality assurance and for audit by regulators.
Package to specified limits: ensure each finished container does not exceed the package limits in s 7 , 25 L for liquids and 25 kg for non-liquids. Adjust packaging procurement and labelling to reflect net contents (Schedules require “Net contents: [insert mass - maximum 25] kg” or equivalent).
Adopt the correct Schedule label format: under s 8(1) determine which Schedule applies (1-7) depending on active constituent and form. Prepare label artwork that exactly follows the applicable Schedule: mandated front-panel wording (POISON or CAUTION), active constituent line, “For control of bacteria, viruses and protozoa…” statement, dosage tables, required levels table, general instructions, safety directions, first aid, D.O.M., B.N., APVMA Listed Product Number and Emergency Information Panel content. Avoid adding text that conflicts with the mandated layout; s 8(2) allows only an algal-control claim in addition to schedule content.
Ensure emergency and dangerous-goods compliance: include the Emergency Information Panel required in each Schedule and verify packaging, segregation and transport documentation conform to the Australian Dangerous Goods Code as referenced. Identify whether oxidising or corrosive diamonds are required and apply appropriate packaging and transport labels.
Include traceability identifiers: ensure D.O.M., batch number and APVMA Listed Product Number appear on the label in the format specified by the applicable Schedule. Maintain internal records that map batch numbers to test results and manufacturing records to facilitate recalls or regulator inquiries.
Align use instructions and prohibited uses: confirm that the label’s “Directions for Use” and “DO NOT use” clauses match the product’s chemistry. For example, do not label a product as suitable for indoor pools if the Schedule forbids indoor pool use. Avoid contradictory instructions across different packaging forms.
Training and consumer information: ensure that staff involved in packaging, transport, and retail understand the “DO NOT add water to the product - add the product to water” safety instruction and any dispenser requirements (for tablets) or prohibitions (fixed or floating dispensers for some granular products). Prepare customer-facing guidance consistent with the label.
Update internal compliance manuals and supplier contracts: incorporate the Standard’s requirements into product specifications, supplier agreements, manufacturing contracts and labelling approval workflows to prevent mislabelling or off-spec production.
Monitor regulatory changes: because the Standard refers to the Agvet Code/Regulations and the Listing Schedule Table, monitor amendments to those instruments that could change product scope or obligations. Keep records of any variations and ensure labels and formulations are updated in a timely manner.
Seek APVMA listing and approvals: ensure the product is listed with the APVMA if required, and obtain the APVMA Listed Product Number to include on the label. Coordinate listing submissions with evidence of formulation, testing and proposed label.
Retain documentary evidence: keep certificates of analysis, lab test reports, label proofs, batch records and shipping manifests. These documents will be necessary both for regulatory compliance and for responding to product incidents or regulatory audits.
Align with transporters and emergency services: provide carriers and warehouse operators with the Emergency Information Panel content and ensure storage facilities comply with the storage directions in the Schedules (dry, cool, ventilated, away from sunlight; upright containers).

Following these steps will operationalise the Standard’s duties. Because the Standard does not itself specify enforcement procedures, maintain awareness of the Agvet Code/Regulations enforcement regime and prepare to respond to regulator requests. Practices that reduce friction include standardised label templates per Schedule, batch-level analytical release criteria tied to s 6 ranges, and pre-approved supplier specifications that prevent off-spec entries into the supply chain.

Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code (Listed Chemical Product – Home Swimming Pool and Spa Products) Standard 2014

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