The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) is the independent statutory authority responsible for agricultural and veterinary (agvet) chemicals in Australia. For an agvet chemical product to legally be manufactured, imported, supplied, sold, or used in Australia, it must be registered by the APVMA – unless exempt by the Agvet Code. The APVMA scientifically evaluate the safety and efficacy (effectiveness) of products to protect the health and safety of people, animals, and the environment; and to prevent undue risk to Australia's international trade.
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Key People
Further information
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Type of Body
B. Corporate Commonwealth entity
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GFS Sector Classification
GGS
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals (Administration) Act 1992
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
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Classification
A. Primary body
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GFS Function / Sector Reported
GGS
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Materiality
Small
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PS Act Body
Yes - Statutory Agency
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Auditor
ANAO
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
GPO Box 574, Canberra ACT 2601
Current single executive appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
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| Chief Executive Officer | Mr. Scott Hansen | 24 July 2024 | 23 July 2029 |
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