4‑11 Requirements for packages for expor4‑11 Requirements for packages for export

4‑11 Requirements for packages for export

(1) This section applies in relation to a registered establishment where prescribed plants or plant products are packed into packages for export. (2) If the packages are intended to be used more than once and they have been used previously, the packages must be cleaned and reconditioned before each subsequent use. In any other case, the packages must be unused and clean. (3) The packages must: (a) be appropriate for the plants or plant products to be packed in them; and (b) be used in a manner that will ensure the integrity of the plants or plant products packed in them. (4) The packages must be sufficiently strong to withstand handling ordinarily occurring before and during transport, including transport to their final overseas destination. (5) The packages must meet relevant importing country requirements.