Goods Across Borders · Customs rule card
Protein Powder → Australia
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2025-01-15
RESTRICTED
Must be declared; biosecurity inspection likely
Details
Protein powder (especially whey-based) is a dairy-derived product and must be declared at Australian customs. Biosecurity officers will inspect the product. Commercially packaged, sealed protein powder from approved countries is usually permitted. Loose or opened containers may be refused.
Quantity limit
Personal use quantity in sealed commercial packaging
Documentation required
- Incoming Passenger Card declaration
Legal reference
Biosecurity Act 2015
Practical advice
Declare protein powder at customs on arrival in Australia and carry any documentation specified in the rule. Verify current requirements with Australian Border Force (ABF) before travel.
Customs authority
Australian Border Force (ABF) · https://www.abf.gov.au