Defence Trade Controls Act — export of controlled goods + tech
Defence + dual-use goods + technology export-controlled — permit required.
Who must comply
Defence + dual-use industries + universities + researchers + tech companies.
What triggers it
Export, supply, brokering, publication of DSGL-listed items.
When due
Pre-supply permit required.
Evidence required
Permits + record keeping + end-use certification.
Max penalty
Criminal: up to $825,000 + 10 years imprisonment (individual) or $4.125M (body corporate) per breach.
Summary
Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 + DSGL. Brokering, supplying, publishing controlled tech requires Defence Export Controls permit. AUKUS reforms (Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024) significantly extend regime.
Enforced by
Source legislation
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Related obligations
- CWLTHComply with self-assessed clearance + Integrated Cargo System (ICS)Importers must accurately self-assess and lodge customs entries via ICS.
- CWLTHComply with anti-dumping + countervailing dutiesImporters of goods subject to anti-dumping measures must pay additional duty + lodge truthful declarations.
- CWLTHDefence Industry Security Program (DISP)Defence contractors handling classified info must be DISP-accredited at appropriate level.
- CWLTHCustoms Act 1901 — import declarations + dutiesGoods imported >$1,000 require Import Declaration (N10) + duty payment.
Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with Defence Trade Controls Act — export of controlled goods + tech?
- Defence + dual-use industries + universities + researchers + tech companies.
- What triggers Defence Trade Controls Act — export of controlled goods + tech?
- Export, supply, brokering, publication of DSGL-listed items.
- When is Defence Trade Controls Act — export of controlled goods + tech due?
- Pre-supply permit required.
- What is the maximum penalty for Defence Trade Controls Act — export of controlled goods + tech?
- Criminal: up to $825,000 + 10 years imprisonment (individual) or $4.125M (body corporate) per breach.
- What evidence is required for Defence Trade Controls Act — export of controlled goods + tech?
- Permits + record keeping + end-use certification.
Source: https://www.defence.gov.au/business-industry/industry-governance/regulatory-compliance/defence-export-controls. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.