Hi Zonnald,Just to clarify, the Australian Standards have looked...

Hi Zonnald,

Just to clarify, the Australian Standards have looked at EdenCrete's ASTM approval, checked that everything complies and given their OK. This is a very "standard" process (pardon the pun). Without an Australian Standards accreditation, Parchem would not be able to sell EdenCrete in Australia i.e. they would be breaking the law. Prior to, and as part of their due diligence, and also as part of the Australian Standards accreditation process etc., Parchem will have also looked very carefully at EdenCrete's ASTM test results, and if required, also undertaken their own testing.

The video under the following link gives a very simple explanation of how the Australian Standards process works.

https://www.standards.org.au/about/what-we-do

Generally, all ASTM tests are internationally recognised. However, they stiil have to be rubber stamped by the appropriate authorities in each country. I have had this confirmed by the ASTM office in Brussels. Here in Germany we have the "CE" certification. This certification indicates conformity with health, safety, and environmental protection standards for products sold within the European Economic Area (EEA). Here in Germany, the ASTM office in Brussels also assists with the "CE" certification process.

With regard to whose responsibilty it is to conform with Australian building laws and standards and any other local requirements, there is a very good brochure from the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) titled "A GUIDE TO AUSTRALIAN BUILDING PRODUCT CONFORMITY" which is available as a PDF. The following link should help you gain you access to this:

https://www.abcb.gov.au/-/media/Files/Resources/Corporate/A_Guide_to_Australian_building_product_conformity.pdf?la=en&hash=8E0D85EC4D927065BE9E697DDFD55F57F5BDB8CE

I believe that the following statement (from page 9) provides the answer to the question about conformity responsibility, material testing etc.:

What are the responsibilities of those involved in the building supply chain?

Manufacturers need to be aware of the requirements of compliance and conformance of their products and materials and the evidence required to demonstrate compliance with the NCC, standards and local laws. This can involve product and material testing, assurance and certification. Manufacturer statements should also clearly specify how a product should or should not be used. They should also be able to supply the necessary compliance and conformance information, including any limitations, for each product and material.

Importers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers need to ensure that the products and materials being supplied do not breach trade or consumer laws or industry-specific requirements for safety or performance. They should also be able to supply the conformance information including any limitations for each product and material. Some products or materials (such as consumer gas and electrical products) have specific requirements to demonstrate safety and suitability before they can be lawfully sold and may require independent testing and certification before being supplied.


For a company like Parchem, as a highly experienced distributor of construction products and concrete admixtures etc., it was a very easy task for them to obtain the necessary Australian Standards accreditation and conform with the ABCB rules and regulations etc.. This was just part of them doing their homework as a distributor and adhering to standard business practices, in this case, those clearly defined by the Dulux Group in their rules and regulations.

Under the ASX disclosure rules, EDE was not required to give out information about the negotiation and approval process with Parchem. This was confidential information, and I am sure that there were non-disclosure agreements (NDA's) in place, signed by both Parchem and EDE, that prevented either party from doing so.

I hope the above helps to clear up any confusion.

Best regards,

Mark