STATUTORY RULES.
1917. No. 273.
REGULATION UNDER THE CUSTOMS ACT 1901-1916.
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulation under the Customs Act 1901-1916 to come into operation forthwith.
Dated this 17th day of October, 1917.
R. M. FERGUSON,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
J. A. JENSEN,
Minister of State for Trade and Customs.
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Amendment of Customs Regulations 1913.
(Statutory Rules 1913, No. 346.)
The Customs Regulations are hereby amended by adding thereto, after Regulation 154, the following Regulation:—
“Sec. 270 (1) (a).
Specification for Packages of Cheese for Export.
154a. Cheese for export shall be packed in crates which shall be made in accordance with the following specifications, viz.:—
(a) The crate shall be twelve-sided. Its outside length shall be 27 inches and its breadth 15 inches;
(b) The timber used shall be as follows:—
Length of batten—27 inches.
Width of batten—3¼ to 3½ inches.
Thickness of batten—⅜ to ½ inch.
Edges of the battens to be bevelled;
(c) The ends of the crate shall, when dressed, be at least ⅞ inch thick, and the centre boards not less than ¾ inch thick;
(d) The crate shall be bound at each end with galvanised wire of fourteen gauge, and fastened with staples ¾ inch by fourteen gauge;
(e) The nails used shall be 1¾ inch by thirteen gauge, and shall have flat heads; and
(f) The crate shall be fitted with scale boards in such a manner as will prevent the cheese adhering to the timber.”
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1917, No. 273, under the Customs Act 1901-1916, were enacted to address the need for specific packaging standards for cheese exported from Australia. This regulation was introduced by the Governor-General in Council, reflecting the policy objective of ensuring that exported goods meet certain quality and safety standards. The regulation, which amends the Customs Regulations of 1913, mandates precise specifications for cheese crates used in export, including dimensions, materials, and construction methods. These specifications ensure that cheese is protected during transit and meets the requirements for international trade, thereby supporting the broader economic interests of the nation by maintaining the quality and reputation of Australian cheese abroad.
Scope and Application
The Statutory Rules 1917, No. 273, which amend the Customs Regulations of 1913 under the Customs Act 1901-1916, establish specific requirements for the packaging of cheese intended for export. This regulation applies to any individual or entity involved in the export of cheese from Australia, thereby encompassing a range of industries involved in dairy production and export logistics. The geographic reach of this legislation is national, as it pertains to the Commonwealth of Australia. The regulation does not specify any exclusions or exemptions, and compliance is mandatory for all relevant parties. Subordinate instruments may extend or further detail the application of these regulations, ensuring the quality and safety standards of exported cheese are upheld. This regulation sets precise specifications for the crates used, including dimensions, material requirements, and binding methods, to maintain the integrity of the cheese during transit.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of this legislative instrument concern the specific requirements for the packaging of cheese intended for export, as detailed in section 270(1)(a). This section mandates that cheese for export must be packed in crates that adhere to a set of strict specifications, including the dimensions of the crate, the type of timber to be used, the thickness of the crate ends and centre boards, the gauge and type of wire used for binding, and the specific type of nails and their gauge. Additionally, the crates must be equipped with scale boards to prevent the cheese from adhering to the timber.
These regulations impose clear and specific obligations on parties or entities involved in the export of cheese. Cheese exporters must ensure that the crates used for packaging meet all the outlined specifications. This includes using the correct dimensions, timber types, and fasteners, and ensuring the crates are properly bound and fitted with scale boards. Failure to comply with these requirements could result in the non-acceptance of the cheese for export, leading to potential financial loss and reputational damage.
The legislative instrument does not explicitly outline offences, penalties, or consequences for breach of these regulations within the text provided. However, given the context of the Customs Act 1901-1916 under which these regulations are made, breaches could potentially lead to administrative penalties, fines, or other enforcement actions as prescribed by the broader customs legislation. The specific penalties would depend on the nature and severity of the breach, as well as the relevant provisions of the Customs Act.