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25.01.2022 Weve designed a step-by-step guide that will take you through our new categorisation process under AICIS. Start by checking the Inventory (our chemical database) for your chemical importation or manufacture then work through each step until you get to your introduction category. You can also download the whole guide as a PDF. Start the process here: bit.ly/3cIavST

25.01.2022 Did you know? More than 15,000 new chemicals were introduced into Australia under our exemption provisions during 2019-20. Of these, 84% were cosmetic chemicals. Each year under NICNAS, industrial chemical introducers must give us information about any new chemicals introduced under the exemption provisions. For a new chemical to be exempt, it must meet certain requirements. Learn more at: bit.ly/2TXlOPt

25.01.2022 Antibacterial skin care products are applied to the surface of the skin and contain ingredients that destroy bacteria or suppress their growth or ability to reproduce. Learn more about how the ingredients in these products are regulated in Australia: bit.ly/30IAsOA

25.01.2022 Check out the latest videos on our new scheme AICIS, which starts on 1 July. Learn about the steps for categorisation, rules on using animal test data and assessed chemical introductions. View the videos here: bit.ly/2zFAYSo

25.01.2022 Chemicals added to the Inventory Take a look at chemicals weve added to the Inventory this month: https://bit.ly/3gYjSzD... https://bit.ly/2C46zPc

25.01.2022 Check out our latest video on categorisation Our new video works through an example of a paint ingredient being imported into Australia and there is no hazard information available for it. https://bit.ly/2ZoIrzu... We have other videos for you to explore on a wide range of topics https://bit.ly/2CC5CNN

24.01.2022 AICIS has evaluated Ethanol, 2-[2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethoxy]-, 1,1,1-triester with boric acid (H3BO3), CAS No: 30989-05-0. Read the draft report and have your say. http://bitly.ws/8Zbz

24.01.2022 NICNAS Business Services offline from 26 June to 30 June NICNAS Business Services will be unavailable from 6pm (AEST) on Friday 26 June 2020 for major upgrades and changes in preparation for the launch of our new scheme, the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS) on 1 July. You wont be able to log in or use NICNAS Business Services from 6pm on Friday 26 June to Tuesday 30 June while we do these essential works. But our online service will reopen on 1 J...uly with a new name, new web address and a suite of new features. AICIS Business Services (from 1 July) https://business.industrialchemicals.gov.au Your NICNAS Business Services account will automatically transfer to AICIS Business Services, so you dont have to do anything.

24.01.2022 Our new scheme starts on 1 July. To help you understand how it works and to make sure your introductions are authorised under our new laws, weve published the first in our series of educational videos. This weeks videos cover moving from NICNAS to AICIS and transitional arrangements. https://bit.ly/2wVgunF

22.01.2022 Our new scheme, AICIS starts on 1 July along with our new website Mark the date! NICNAS retires on 30 June. Youll be able to get all the help you need about AICIS on our new website. Find out more... https://bit.ly/2YsFzBc See more

22.01.2022 Weve published 15 decision tools to help businesses categorise their chemical importation or manufacture under AICIS. These self-guided online tools complement other guidance weve published on how to work out your introduction category from 1 July. The tools are a work-in-progress and wed like your feedback to help us improve them. Check them out here: bit.ly/2YXOzz6

21.01.2022 Under our new scheme AICIS, your compliance, reporting and record-keeping obligations will vary depending on your introduction category. This month were focusing on record keeping for reported (low risk) introductions. There are 6 types of reported introductions to make it easier, weve published downloadable checklists for each type. View the checklists and find out more: bit.ly/2VGkyle

21.01.2022 Chemicals with non-industrial uses removed from the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (old Inventory) Read more on our website at https://bit.ly/2DfEnsJ

19.01.2022 We've published new information about what you can and can't do if you're an assessment certificate holder or a person covered by an assessment certificate. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2UIHFKR

19.01.2022 New categorisation guide chemicals in cosmetics Weve just published some extra guidance for importers and manufacturers who need to categorise their introduction of chemicals to be used in cosmetics. Take a look at our new page now.... https://bit.ly/2ZMXm6M

18.01.2022 If you’re new to AICIS Business Services and signing up for the first time, you'll need to complete the sign-up form without entering your ABN. This is because of a temporary outage to the ABN lookup function on our business services portal. Read more: https://bit.ly/2UhT7fT

18.01.2022 Our new web guidance provides step-by-step instructions for categorising introductions of chemicals that have been assessed overseas. If your introduction meets the criteria described in our guide, you are eligible to use the internationally assessed pathway as a low-risk reported introduction for: internationally assessed for human health... internationally assessed for the environment internationally assessed for both human health and the environment View the guide to categorising internationally assessed introductions: bit.ly/315PUo4

18.01.2022 Guide to applying online for an assessment certificate - our how to guide will help you to prepare and submit information if you are applying online for an assessment certificate. Weve included screenshots with explainers that reflect the online application process. https://bit.ly/2YFmono

18.01.2022 Under AICIS, you must submit an exempted introduction declaration if you introduce chemicals under any of the following exempted introduction categories: polymers of low concern low-concern biopolymers chemicals that you have categorised as very low risk for human health and the environment ... Learn more here: bit.ly/2YgCuEC

17.01.2022 We've added new scenarios in the FAQ section of our page on categorisation of chemicals in flavour and fragrance blends to help you understand your compliance requirements regarding pre-introduction reports. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2HajlOA

17.01.2022 Were often asked who is responsible for regulating the introduction of cosmetics that contain sunscreen in Australia, so weve published some new guidance and frequently asked questions on this topic. Learn more: bit.ly/3a1MSUU

17.01.2022 We've updated our step-by-step instructions for importing and manufacturing industrial chemicals in Australia. Plus, you can follow our new user, 'Joe', as he works through the steps for categorising the chemicals in a multi-purpose cleaning product he plans to import into Australia. Read our updated instructions: https://bit.ly/3mEM0KV

16.01.2022 Registration and renewals for the 2020-21 year The time is approaching to renew your registration for the 2020-21 year - read about your obligations and download our Fact Sheet. https://bit.ly/32znnZd

16.01.2022 Check out our latest videos on the new scheme which starts on 1 July. Learn about the AICIS Inventory, confidential business information and AICIS evaluations. https://bit.ly/2xVOdgP

14.01.2022 Weve created a handy, go-to document that answers the most common questions youre asking us about our new scheme. Topics covered include general information, transitional arrangements, registration, the new Inventory, the new website, AICIS Business Services, reporting and compliance obligations, fees and charges, and more. Download the fact sheet here: bit.ly/3hsiKFo

11.01.2022 Did you know? Our new website has 3 separate search engines. 1. Use the search bar on the top right-hand side to search our webpages and find general information that will help you meet your regulatory requirements.... 2. To search our database of chemicals that are available for industrial use in Australia, click on the Chemical information tab and then Search the Inventory. You can search by CAS number or keyword. 3. To find information about the safety, hazard and risks associated with chemicals, click on the Chemical information tab and then Search assessments. You can search by CAS number or keyword.

11.01.2022 Chemical Gazette June 2020 The June 2020 Gazette has information about chemicals added to the Inventory, new chemicals reports, permits issued and deletion of a chemical. https://bit.ly/3eAGXqA

10.01.2022 Chemical Gazette April 2020 The April 2020 Gazette has information about chemicals added to the Inventory, new reports and permits issued. https://bit.ly/3aMTNAQ

09.01.2022 In Australia, toothpaste and oral hygiene products are regulated as either therapeutic goods or cosmetics, depending on how they're advertised, their intended use and other factors. We know this can be a tricky area, so we've published new guidance on what to do if you're importing or manufacturing these products. Read more: https://bit.ly/34R3Eoz

09.01.2022 Chemical Gazette May 2020 The May 2020 Gazette has information about chemicals added to the Inventory, new reports and permits issued. https://bit.ly/2SFjrR0

09.01.2022 New categorisation guidance If youre planning to introduce industrial chemicals (and products that release industrial chemicals) with an end use in articles with food contact, see our extra guidance on this subject. Itll give you tips to help you work out your introduction category. https://bit.ly/3jVXmcP

08.01.2022 We are now the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS). Visit our website at https://www.industrialchemicals.gov.au

07.01.2022 Did you know we monitor introducer compliance across each introduction category? Learn more about our compliance program. https://bit.ly/32L2GI3

06.01.2022 NICNAS Business Services will be unavailable on Saturday 26 April 8.00am-1.00pm AEST due to scheduled maintenance.

04.01.2022 Are you able to produce the records you need? We recently finished a compliance-monitoring activity that revealed some new chemical notifiers were unable to readily produce the records to prove they were meeting their post-assessment obligations. Read more here: bit.ly/2WjGTEa

02.01.2022 REMINDER: Finalise your NICNAS certificate or permit application before 1 July If youve already submitted an application for a NICNAS assessment certificate or permit or youre planning to apply before our new scheme starts you must submit a completed application form and the relevant data and make full payment so that we receive it before 1 July 2020. Learn more: bit.ly/3geJyIn

01.01.2022 Changes to submission of new chemicals applications To assist us in maintaining efficient services during the COVID-19 pandemic, we now prefer that you submit new chemicals applications electronically where possible. https://bit.ly/2XapLTy