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20 September 2021

Scheduled outage to AICIS Business Services

AICIS Business Services will be temporarily unavailable

17 September 2021

Current and recently completed evaluations - rolling action plan

17 September 2021

Our roadmap for evaluating industrial chemicals

We have published our evaluation roadmap and list of evaluations.

17 September 2021

Evaluations notice - 17 September 2021

We published 16 final evaluation statements in September 2021.

15 September 2021

Variation of Inventory listing following revocation of CBI approval - 15 September 2021

Read the latest variations of Inventory listings following revocation of CBI approvals.

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10 September 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory following issue of assessment certificate - 10 September 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory following issue of assessment certificate.

9 September 2021

Are you introducing chemicals under NICNAS exemptions?

There's less than a year to go before our transitional arrangements end. Read our updated guidance on transitioning from NICNAS to AICIS.

3 September 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment - 3 September 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate.

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2 September 2021

What are the rules on using new animal test data?

Our new information sheet explains the restrictions on using new animal test data to meet your requirements under AICIS.

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27 August 2021

Call for information: mercury imports or exports after June 2020

Tell us if you've imported or exported mercury at any time since June 2020.

27 August 2021

Coming soon: news laws on importing or exporting mercury

Upcoming changes to the regulation of mercury.

27 August 2021

Correction of chemical names - 27 August 2021

We have updated the names of some chemicals in the Inventory to the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) name. These corrections do not change the identity of the chemical substances themselves.

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23 August 2021

Consultation on proposed amendments to the General Rules

We are consulting on proposed amendments to the General Rules and the Transitional Rules. The consultation is open until 17 September 2021.

19 August 2021

New chemical public report - 19 August 2021

Read the latest new chemical public report.

9 September 2021

Need help with your annual declaration? Our video explains more!

Our new animated video gives an overview of annual declarations – and how to submit one in the AICIS Business Services online portal.

17 August 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment - 17 August 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate.

2 August 2021

Our new video explains the basics of AICIS registration

Our new animated video explains when you do – and don't – need to register your business with us.

2 August 2021

The online form to submit a post-introduction declaration is now available

The online form to submit a 'post-introduction declaration' for exempted introductions is now available. We've also updated our instructions to help you submit the form.

30 July 2021

It's almost time to start submitting your annual declaration

Your first annual declaration is due by 30 November 2021. Our information sheet explains who needs to submit one – and when.

28 July 2021

Introducing our new Executive Director

A message from AICIS Executive Director Graeme Barden.

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28 July 2021

Do you use an agent to help you comply with AICIS obligations?

Your agent can now submit a 'post-introduction declaration' for exempted introductions on your behalf.

26 July 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory following issue of assessment certificate (early listing) - 26 July 2021

Read about the latest chemical added to the Inventory following issue of an assessment certificate.

23 July 2021

Variation of Inventory listing following revocation of CBI approval - 23 July 2021

Read the latest variations of Inventory listings following revocation of CBI approvals.

19 July 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment - 19 July 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate.

14 July 2021

Registration and renewals for the 2021-22 registration year

You must be registered with us to introduce industrial chemicals into Australia. Read about what registration means for you in the upcoming year.

13 July 2021

Does my foreign document need to be translated?

If you need to submit any documents that are not in English, you must also provide an English translation from an approved or accredited translator.

30 June 2021

2021-22 registration and application fees

AICIS fees and charges from 1 July 2021.

30 June 2021

Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS) 2021-22

Our 2021-22 CRIS has been finalised.

28 June 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment - 28 June 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate.

24 June 2021

New national chemicals management standard

Read about the new Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Standard, or IChEMS.

23 June 2021

New chemical assessment statement published - 23 June 2021

Read the latest new chemical assessment statement.

8 July 2021

Evaluations public comment period extended

We've extended our evaluations consultation to 20 August 2021.

23 June 2021

Call for information extended - chemicals that don't require further human health risk management measures

Call for information extended until 20 August 2021.

23 June 2021

Call for information extended - chemicals that don't require further environmental risk management measures

This call for information response period has been extended to 20 August 2021.

23 June 2021

Call for information extended - chemicals with no known commercial use in Australia

This call for information has been extended to 20 August 2021.

22 June 2021

Correction of chemical names - 22 June 2021

We have updated the names of some chemicals in the Inventory to the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) name. These corrections do not change the identity of the chemical substances themselves.

15 June 2021

Variation of Inventory listing following evaluation — 15 June 2021

The Executive Director is varying the terms of the Inventory listing for the chemical with CAS number 30989-05-0

11 June 2021

Business, hobby or personal use - understanding the differences

Registering with us depends on if your importation or manufacture is for personal, hobby or commercial use.

3 June 2021

Version 1.2 of the Categorisation Guide released

We've been busy updating our Categorisation Guide to improve clarity around some steps for introducers.

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31 May 2021

Evaluations notice - 28 May 2021

Draft evaluations released for public comment.

31 May 2021

Call for information: chemicals with no known commercial use in Australia

We've identified 188 chemicals on the Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals that we believe are not being manufactured, imported or used in Australia for commercial purposes.

31 May 2021

Call for information: low concern chemicals that may not need further environmental risk management controls

We're seeking use and hazard information on chemicals that we believe are low concern and don't require further regulatory controls to manage risks to the environment.

31 May 2021

Call for information: low concern chemicals that may not need further health risk management controls

We're seeking use and hazard information on chemicals that we believe are low concern and don't require further regulatory controls to manage risks to human health.

25 May 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate - 25 May 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate.

21 May 2021

I manufacture or import anti-dandruff and anti-acne skin-care products - do I need to register with AICIS?

Our information sheet on anti-dandruff and anti-acne skin-care products can help you determine whether you need to register with AICIS.

21 May 2021

I manufacture or import antibacterial skin-care products - do I need to register with AICIS?

Our information sheet on antibacterial skin-care products can help you determine whether you need to register with AICIS.

20 May 2021

Chemical added to the Inventory following issue of assessment certificate (early listing) - 20 May 2021

Read about the latest chemical added to the Inventory following issue of assessment certificate.

19 May 2021

Reminder: Are your details up to date?

Our registration renewal time is fast approaching! Check your details so make sure they're correct.

29 April 2021

What is the Inventory and what will I see on a listing page?

You've asked us for more help to understand how the AICIS Inventory works.

29 April 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate - 29 April 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate.

22 April 2021

Correction of chemical names - 22 April 2021

We have updated the names of some chemicals in the Inventory to the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) name. These corrections do not change the identity of the chemical substances themselves.

21 April 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory following issue of assessment certificate (early listing) - 21 April 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory following issue of assessment certificate.

20 April 2021

Extra guidance on the categorisation of chemicals with an end use in articles that are children’s toys or children’s care products

If you're planning to introduce industrial chemicals (and products that release industrial chemicals) with an end use in articles that are children's toys or

16 April 2021

Chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate - 16 April 2021

Read about the latest chemicals added to the Inventory 5 years after issue of assessment certificate.

15 April 2021

New chemical public reports – 15 April 2021

Read the latest new chemical public reports.

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