Publications

	Defence and Strategic Goods List The Defence and Strategic Goods List (DSGL) is the list of all goods and technology that are controlled under Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958, Regulation 13E. The DSGL is in two parts: Part 1 - Military Goods and Part 2 - Dual-Use Goods. Goods included in the DSGL may not be exported unless the Minister or an authorised person has granted a licence or permission and that licence or permission is produced to a Collector of Customs before exportation.
	International Chemical Trade Control (PDF - 8.69mb) Information for importers and exporters on the control status of certain chemicals. To legally move controlled chemicals across the Australian border, importers and exporters are required to apply for a permit from the Australian Safeguards and Non-Proliferation Office (ASNO) of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade or the Defence Export Control Office (DECO) of the Department of Defence.
	Australian Controls on the Export of Defence and Dual Use Goods (PDF - 508 kb) Australia's system of export controls on defence and dual-use goods and technologies with military applications is designed to ensure that such exports are consistent with broader Australian foreign, strategic and security policy objectives.
	Australian Export Controls for Defence and Dual Use Goods - Brochure (PDF - 132 kb) A short brochure overviewing Australia's system of export controls on defence and dual-use goods and technologies.
	Australian Controls for the Export of Firearms PDF - 211kb) Information for exporters of firearms, sporting shooters and travellers on obtaining either a Restricted Goods Permit (RGP) or a defence export permit. The brochure outlines when an RGP can be issued and under what circumstances a defence export permit will be required. It also explains the process for obtaining each export authorisation.
	Australian Export Controls - Weapons of Mass Destruction (PDF - 221kb) Australia has achieved an international reputation for promoting disarmament and the nonproliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Australia's system of export controls, covering Defence and dual-use goods and technologies, were designed to ensure that such exports are consistent with broader Australian and foreign strategic and security policy objectives.
	Suspicious Export Procurements (PDF - 106kb) Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) represent a threat to the lives and safety of all Australians and to Australia's national interests. DECO works closely with other agencies to help prevent the proliferation of WMD, however DECO also requires the assistance of industry in the identification of suspicious inquiries or purchases. This publication contains information designed to assist industry to more readily identify suspicious activity which may indicate an attempt to procure items or services other than for their intended purpose. The publication also provides contact details that will be needed to report the activity.
	Tertiary and Research Institutions Export Controls - Your Responsibilities (PDF - 968kb) Many Australian universities and tertiary institutions are expanding rapidly and becoming large international entities, with campuses throughout the world, increasing the likelihood of countries of proliferation concern and terrorist organisations attempting to compromise Australian expertise. Not only is the intangible transfer of WMD-related technology through research, training and conferences a concern, but many universities and tertiary institutions are conducting cutting-edge research, which potentially could be exploited for use in WMD programs.
	Australian Export Controls - An Overview (PDF - 105KB) A short brochure that outlines Australia's system of export controls. It looks at exporter responsibilities and explains a five step process to aid exporters in the authorisation procedure for obtaining a permit or licence.
	Chemical and Biotech Industry Export Controls (PDF - 269KB) The chemical and biotechnology industry is expanding rapidly. Australia implements controls on various biological and chemical agents, trade which is regulated by international agreement, including through the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and control lists established by the Australia Group, given the potential for their diversion to WMD programs. This brochure explains the controls on chemical and biological agents, along with the penalties for offenders. It also raises awareness of suspicious advances and what chemical and biotech industries can do to help the Australian Government's counter-proliferation and counter-terrorism efforts.
	Bi-annual Defence Export Controls Bulletin