Draft import health standard for microorganisms, biological products derived from animals, and cell lines
MPI is consulting on a draft import health standard for microorganisms, animal-derived biological products and cell lines.
- Closing date
- 25 August 2026
- Added to Civics
- 29 June 2026
- Source category
- Public service
- Source body
- Ministry for Primary Industries
- Last checked
- 29 June 2026
Closes in 57 days
Plain-English summary
Ministry for Primary Industries is consulting on a draft import health standard for microorganisms, animal-derived biological products and cell lines.
The consultation is mainly about biosecurity requirements for importing these materials into New Zealand. It is most relevant to organisations that import, test, manufacture, research or advise on biological products.
Why it matters
Import health standards set the biosecurity conditions that must be met before higher-risk biological material can enter New Zealand.
The draft standard may affect laboratories, researchers, manufacturers and importers that work with microorganisms, animal-derived biological products or cell lines.
Who may care
- Importers, laboratories, universities, research organisations and biotechnology businesses
- Biosecurity advisers, veterinary and medical product suppliers, and organisations using animal-derived biological material
How to make a submission
- Read the draft import health standard and supporting material on MPI's official consultation page.
- Submit feedback through the official consultation page before the closing date.
Disclaimer
Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.