Have our products undergone treatment?

In Australia there are a few types of treatment that food can undergo on entry into Australia.  Ionised Irradiation and Heat Treatment or Steam Sterilisation, are what is typically used should a product require treatment.

The Herbal Connection does not sell products that have undergone irradiation treatment however from time to time heat treatment is necessary on some products, most commonly spices.  Steam Sterilisation is used to eliminate micro organisms that might exist in the product and is widely used in the food industry to ensure no bacteria exists in the product prior to consumption.  Products are inspected by AQIS at entry into Australia and put under direction for treatment should it be needed.