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ACVM - Legislation

December 2009

The Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines (ACVM) Act 1997 governs importation, manufacture, sale and use of ACVMs in New Zealand. Our explanation of how the Act defines ‘agricultural compounds’ should help you understand the legislation.

The scope of ‘agricultural compounds’

The laws below can be viewed on the New Zealand legislation website. Copies can be obtained from Bennett's Government Bookshop.

New Zealand legislation website

Current ACVM legislation administered by NZFSA

Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines Act Commencement Order 2001

Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines (Fees and Charges) Regulations 2002

Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2001

Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines Act 1997

Other related legislation

Other legislation relevant to the management of ACVMs:

Animal Products Act 1999

Animal Welfare Act 1999

Biosecurity Act 1993

Food Act 1981

Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act 1996

Medicines Act 1981

Misuse of Drugs Act 1975

Veterinarians Act 2005

Wine Act 2003

Other legislation relevant to the administration of the ACVM Act:

Official Information Act 1982

Privacy Act 1993