STATUTORY RULES.
1918. No. 11.
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 tenth day of January, 1918.
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 the Customs Regulations 1913.
(Statutory Rules 1913, No. 346.)
The Customs Regulations are hereby amended by adding thereto, after regulation 154a the following regulation:—
Packages for Butter for Export.
“154b. (1) Butter shall be exported only in packages which, in the opinion of an officer authorized to inspect butter, will not cause it to deteriorate rapidly and will not impart a taint to it when stored.
(2) Butter shall be exported only in packages which, in the opinion of an officer authorized to inspect butter, are strong enough to enable it to be carried without breakage when subject to ordinary treatment.”
Printed and Published for the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia by Albert J. Mullett, Government Printer for the State of Victoria.
C.17313.—Price 3d.
Overview
The Statutory Rules 1918, No. 11, made under the Customs Act 1901–1916, addresses the need for stringent quality and safety standards in the export of butter from Australia. Enacted by the Governor-General in accordance with the Federal Executive Council, this regulation seeks to ensure that butter exported from Australia maintains its quality and does not spoil or become tainted during storage and transportation. By mandating that only packages deemed suitable by authorised officers be used for exporting butter, the regulation aims to uphold the integrity of Australian butter in international markets and protect consumers from substandard products. This legislative instrument highlights the policy objective of maintaining high standards in the exportation of perishable goods, thereby enhancing Australia’s reputation in global trade.
Scope and Application
The Customs Regulations 1918, as amended by Statutory Rules 1913, No. 346, pertain to the export of butter from Australia. The regulation applies to any person or entity involved in the export of butter, requiring that it be packaged in a manner deemed suitable by an authorised officer to prevent rapid deterioration and taint, and to ensure that the packages are robust enough to withstand ordinary handling without breaking. This regulation operates under the authority of the Customs Act 1901-1916, extending its reach to the national level across the Commonwealth of Australia. It does not specify exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds within the text provided. Furthermore, the regulation allows for potential extensions or restrictions through subordinate instruments, which may be introduced to refine the implementation or application of the regulation as necessary.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of this legislation are sections 154b(1) and 154b(2), which stipulate the conditions for the export of butter. According to these provisions, butter must be exported in packages that an authorised officer deems adequate to prevent rapid deterioration and the imparting of a taint when stored. Furthermore, the packages must be robust enough to prevent breakage during normal handling. These requirements ensure that the quality and integrity of the butter are maintained during transit.
The Act imposes specific obligations on parties involved in the export of butter. Exporters must ensure that the packages used for butter meet the standards outlined in sections 154b(1) and 154b(2). This means that they must source or design packages that are approved by an authorised officer, thereby guaranteeing that the butter is protected from damage and contamination during transportation. This requirement is intended to uphold the quality standards of Australian butter in the international market.
Failure to comply with the provisions of sections 154b(1) and 154b(2) can lead to various consequences. Although the specific penalties are not detailed in the text provided, it is common under the Customs Act for breaches of such regulations to result in financial penalties, confiscation of the goods, and potential legal action. These measures are enforced to ensure adherence to the stipulated standards and to protect the reputation of Australian butter on the global market.