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 entity

External