Sunglasses Regulations in Australia

In Australia, sunglasses are regulated by the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1067:2003 " Sunglasses and fashion spectacles". This standard sets out the requirements for the performance, labeling and testing of sunglasses and fashion spectacles.

The standard categorizes sunglasses into 3 levels, based on the amount of UV protection they provide. Category 0 sunglasses, which have the lowest level of UV protection, are intended for use in low-light conditions, such as overcast days. Category 2 sunglasses, which have a medium level of UV protection, are intended for use in normal daylight conditions. And category 3 sunglasses, which have the highest level of UV protection, are intended for use in bright daylight conditions, such as at the beach or on the ski slopes.

The standard also requires that all sunglasses sold in Australia and New Zealand must be labeled with information about the level of UV protection they provide, as well as the manufacturer's name and contact details.

The standard also requires that all sunglasses sold in Australia and New Zealand must be tested and pass certain impact, lens transmittance and UV protection tests before they can be sold.

In addition, the Australian Government's Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulates the sale of prescription sunglasses, which are considered to be therapeutic goods. All prescription sunglasses must be labeled with information about the lens power and must be manufactured and supplied by an authorized supplier.

In summary, In Australia and New Zealand, sunglasses are regulated by the Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1067:2003 " Sunglasses and fashion spectacles", which sets out the requirements for the performance, labeling and testing of sunglasses and fashion spectacles. The standard categorizes sunglasses into 3 levels, based on the amount of UV protection they provide and requires that all sunglasses sold in Australia and New Zealand must be labeled with information about the level of UV protection they provide, as well as the manufacturer's name and contact details. The Australian Government's Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) also regulates the sale of prescription sunglasses.