Australian Illegal Logging Prohibition Act
Australia's framework requiring due diligence for legally sourced timber products
What is the Illegal Logging Prohibition Act?
The Illegal Logging Prohibition Act 2012 (amended 2018) is Australia's primary legislation targeting the import and processing of illegally logged timber. It requires importers and domestic processors of raw logs to conduct due diligence to reduce the risk that illegally logged timber enters Australian supply chains.
Key Requirements
Due Diligence
Importers must conduct due diligence before importing regulated timber products, including gathering information and assessing the risk of illegal logging.
Prohibition
It is a criminal offence to import illegally logged timber into Australia or to process domestically grown raw logs that are illegally logged.
Country-Specific Guidelines
Australia provides country-specific and product-specific guidance to help importers assess the risk of illegality for their supply sources.
Regulated Products
- Sawn wood, veneer sheets, plywood, and wood-based panels
- Wood pulp, paper, and paperboard
- Wooden furniture and prefabricated buildings
- Wood charcoal and fuel wood
- Builders' joinery and carpentry of wood
Australian Compliance Support
Our training covers the Australian Illegal Logging Prohibition alongside other international regulations, ensuring your team understands compliance requirements for the Australian market.