They have also been directed to ensure these products are from sustainable and managed forests.
The measures are designed to clamp down on illegal logging in the Pacific region, which is costing the country billions of dollars.
Forestry minister Jim Anderton says cheaper imports of illegally logged timber products are hurting manufacturers of goods from New Zealand’s indigenous timber, such as beech.
Mr Anderton says he wants New Zealand to lead by example to ensure other governments take action against illegal logging.
