Rice

Import and Export Licensing Requirements

The Trade and Industry Department works closely with the Customs and Excise Department to check whether rice is exported or imported under and in accordance with a licence. Any person who contravenes the licensing requirements may be prosecuted and liable on conviction to a maximum penalty of a fine of $50,000 and imprisonment of one year. In addition, the Department may take administrative action, independent and irrespective of legal action mentioned above, against the parties to a licence.

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