Smart devices (also known as internet-of-things devices) defined as relevant connectable products in the proposed Cyber Security Bill.

Some examples include, but are not limited to, the following products and their HS codes (permitted they are an internet or network connectable version of that product):

·        Smart TV – 852872

·        Wireless headphones – 851830

·        Smart LED light bulbs – 853952

·        Baby monitors – 852560

·        Connected doorbells – 853180

·        Smart vacuum cleaner - 850811

Part 2, Cyber Security Bill 2024; (100 page(s), in English)

The proposed Australian Cyber Security Bill establishes the power for the relevant Minister to make mandatory security standards for smart devices, also known as Internet of Things (IoT) devices, under Ministerial rules. To ensure international alignment, Australia will define these devices as relevant connectable products, consistent with the UK definition per section 5 of the Product Safety and Telecommunications Act 2022. Under the Cyber Security Bill, responsible entities will be required to manufacture and/or supply smart devices in Australia in compliance with the relevant security standard for the specified device. Responsible entities will be required to provide a statement of compliance if requested by the Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs. Standards made under Ministerial rules could apply to all devices that meet the definition of relevant connectable product, or be limited to a subset, type, or class of devices, which will be defined in the relevant security standard under rules. All security standards introduced as rules under the proposed Cyber Security Bill will be subject to a 28 day consultation period prior to being introduced under this Bill.