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3 June 2021

Version 1.2 of the Categorisation Guide released

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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

Regulatory notices

Draft evaluations released for public comment.

31 May 2021

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

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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

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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

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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

Inventory notices

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

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21 May 2021

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

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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?

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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

Inventory notices

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

19 May 2021

Reminder: Are your details up to date?

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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?

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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

Inventory notices

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

Inventory notices

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

Inventory notices

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

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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

Inventory notices

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

Regulatory notices

Read the latest new chemical public reports.

15 April 2021

Open for public comment - Draft Cost Recovery Implementation Statement 2021-22

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We are seeking feedback on the draft CRIS. Consultation is open until 6pm Friday 14 May 2021.

14 April 2021

Infringement notice issued to unregistered importer

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We recently issued an infringement notice to a person or business for importing an industrial chemical without being registered with us.

1 April 2021

Guide to applying for protection of CBI - internationally assessed reported introductions

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How to apply to protect your chemical's proper name or specific end use as confidential business information when you submit a pre-introduction report for the type 'internationally assessed'.

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Version 1.2 of the Categorisation Guide released

Evaluations notice - 28 May 2021

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Reminder: Are your details up to date?

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

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

Correction of chemical names - 22 April 2021

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

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

New chemical public reports – 15 April 2021

Open for public comment - Draft Cost Recovery Implementation Statement 2021-22

Infringement notice issued to unregistered importer

Guide to applying for protection of CBI - internationally assessed reported introductions

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