Veterinary Medicinal Products, Medicated Feed and Fertilisers Regulation Act 2023

Labelling veterinary medicinal products retailed out of their original outer packaging

16. (1) A person who retails a veterinary medicinal product that has been divided and is not in its original outer packaging shall—

(a) provide a copy of the original data sheet in respect of the product supplied by the manufacturer with the product, or

(b) label the product or ensure that it is labelled when retailed, with at least the following information:

(i) the proprietary name of the product;

(ii) the words “for animal treatment only”;

(iii) the species to be treated;

(iv) the manner of administration;

(v) the dosage and duration of treatment;

(vi) the name of the person to whom the product is retailed;

(vii) the name and business address of the retailer;

(viii) precautions regarding administration of the product and any withdrawal period;

(ix) if applicable, special import licence information; and

(x) any other information specified in regulations made by the Minister necessary to safeguard public and animal health and the environment.

(2) A person who fails to comply with subsection (1) commits an offence and is liable on summary conviction to a class A fine.