BMSB 2024-2025 Seasonal Measures

Dear Valued Clients,

As we approach the 2024-2025 Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) season, we would like to remind you of the important measures and updates that apply to goods shipped between 1 September and 30 April (inclusive). These measures are crucial to ensuring compliance with biosecurity regulations and preventing the introduction of BMSB into Australia.

Key BMSB Measures:

1. Applicable Goods:
   • BMSB measures apply to any target high-risk, or target risk goods manufactured in or shipped from a target risk country during the BMSB season.
2. Containerised Cargo:
   • ‘Containerised’ refers to sealed 6-sided containers. Please note that Open Tops (OT) do not fall under this category.
3. Offshore Treatment:
   • It is preferred that shipments from BMSB target risk countries or goods undergo treatment offshore rather than onshore to prevent delays and additional expenses.
4. Mandatory Offshore Treatment:
   • Break Bulk, RO/RO, Flat Racks, and OTs must be treated offshore. These consignments cannot be approved for onshore treatment during the BMSB season and will be ordered for re-export by DAFF at the Importer/Owner’s expense.
5. Pre-Border Biosecurity Treatment Providers:
   • We encourage you to refer to the Pre-Border Biosecurity Treatment Providers list for the most up-to-date information on approved offshore treatment providers. Visit Pre-border Biosecurity Treatment Providers – DAFF.

Updated Measures and New Inclusions:

• Additional Surveillance:
  China and the Republic of Korea have been added to the list for heightened vessel surveillance.
• Goods Classification:
  • Target High Risk Goods:Mandatory treatment is required.
  • Target Risk Goods:Subject to random inspection.
  • Tariffs 94 & 95:Subject to random inspection for emerging risk countries only.
  • Emerging Risk Countries:The United Kingdom and China.

AusTreat Scheme Update:

• The AusTreat Schemehas replaced the Offshore BMSB Treatment Provider (TP) Scheme.
• From 1 September 2024, all high-risk goods from BMSB countries must be treated by an approved treatment provider registered under AusTreat.

For more detailed information, please visit AusTreat Information.

Stay informed about the BMSB season measures by visiting the BMSB information page.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Customs Broker, Nicoll Demo, at customs@sila.net.au.

Thank you for your attention to these important measures