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09/10/2025

Defence Export Controls

Regulator function

Regulates the export, supply publication and brokering of military and dual-use goods and technologies.

Legislation
  • Defence Trade Controls Act 2012
  • Weapons of Mass Destruction Act 1995
  • Customs Act 1901 – section 112BA
  • Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 – Regulation 13(E-EK)
Regulated community

Australian industry, academic and research sectors

Portfolio
Defence
Internal to department / external
External
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