39Exemptions from label requirements in certain circumstances

39  Exemptions from label requirements in certain circumstances

 (1) A requirement specified in Subdivision B or section 35 or 37 does not apply to a poison if an appropriate authority has granted a labelling exemption under this subsection in relation to that requirement for the poison.

 (2) A labelling exemption granted by an appropriate authority under subsection (1) remains in force:

 (a) if the exemption relates to a product that is indicated for the treatment or prevention of the coronavirus known as COVID‑19:

 (i) for the period specified in the exemption; or

 (ii) if no period is specified—until revoked by the appropriate authority; or

 (b) in any other case:

 (i) for the period, specified in the exemption, that is 12 months or less from the date of commencement of the exemption; or

 (ii) if no period is specified—12 months from the date of commencement of the exemption.

 (3) For the avoidance of doubt, this section does not apply to an authorisation given under subparagraph 28(d)(iii).