9Importer to have due diligence system

9 Importer to have due diligence system

(1) An importer must, before importing a regulated timber product, have a due diligence system. (2) For subsection (1), the due diligence system must: (a) be in writing; and (b) set out the process by which the importer will meet the due diligence requirements mentioned in this Division that apply to the import of the regulated timber product; and (c) include the following information: (i) the importer’s name, street address, postal address, telephone number and email address; (ii) if the importer is not an individual—information about the person who is responsible for maintaining the system, including the person’s name, position and contact details, including telephone number and email address; (iii) if the regulated timber product is to be imported in connection with a business carried on by the importer—the principal business activity conducted by the importer and the importer’s ABN or ACN; and (e) include a written record of the system. Civil penalty provision (3) An importer is liable to a civil penalty if the importer contravenes subsection (1).

Civil penalty: 100 penalty units.