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Team:Macquarie Australia/Quarantine
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Quarantine
To help aid the iGEM committee and also the molecular biology community, we decided to investigate the importation requirements of various countries in regards to nucleic acids (which incorporates Biobricks) and biological materials.
Whilst researching the regulations of importing biological materials into countries, we discovered that the information was quite difficult to find. The information was not easily accessed, which further highlights the importance of our team creating a table that includes the key information for many countries in one easily accessed location for both iGEM and the larger molecular biological community. To aid our process we also contacted 22 different iGEM teams worldwide to see if they had any similar experiences or knew of their specific importation requirements of biological materials into their countries.
DNA code: HS 293499
| Country | Regulation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | For non-hazardous biological materials, packaging requirements include: leak proof primary receptacle, leak-proof secondary packaging and outer package of adequate strength. Package must be appropriately labeled. Required paperwork must also be attached. | UK Customs Link |
| Canada | Determine classification. Correct packaging of the biological material classification is needed. | Canadian Customs Link |
| China | Details are only available to premium members on the China customs website. No specific requirements, just a $15 tax. | Chinese Customs Link |
| Australia | The outermost container must be labeled with the name, address, and contact details of the person responsible for the dealings and the Import Permit for the package. The Permits cost, assessment of permit and lodgment of permit in total cost approximately $150. | Australian Customs Link |
