{"id":"F2005L00045","name":"Tariff Concession Order 0411266","slug":"tariff-concession-order-0411266","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":33382,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2005L00045-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-01","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Tariff Concession Order 0411266","content":"\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\n\n| |\n\n| |\n\n| TARIFF CONCESSION ORDER |\n\n| |\n\n| |\n\n|Under Section 269P of the Customs Act 1901, I Rod Wise a delegate of the Chief Executive Officer |\n\n|declare that the goods specified in Column 1 of THE TABLE are goods to which the item in Part III of Schedule 4 to the Customs |\n\n|Tariff Act 1995 specified in Column 2 of THE TABLE applies. This Order shall have effect from OCTOBER 29, 2004 and |\n\n|continue in force until revoked under sections 269SC or 269SD of the Act, or the date, if any, specified in Column 2. |\n\n|\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_|\n\nTHE TABLE\n\n\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\n\nCOLUMN 1 COLUMN 2\n\nDescription of Goods including the Prescribed Item No.\n\nCustoms Tariff Classification Date\n\n\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\n\n8515.90.00 PARTS, WELDER, metal inert gas torches 50\n\nOp. 29.10.04 \\- TC 0411266\n\n\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\n\n|This is page 1 of 1 page(s) of the above Table. |\n\n| ..Rod Wise.................................... |\n\n|Dated JANUARY 7, 2005 Delegate of the Chief Executive Officer |\n\n|\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_|","sortOrder":0}],"analysis":{"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"Unauthenticated. Configure AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY or use a provider module. Learn more: https://ai-sdk.dev/unauthenticated-ai-gateway","source":"analysis-cron"},"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This instrument is a single-purpose tariff concession order that implements a tariff concession for a narrowly specified imported good. It aligns with the ordinary, original function of Tariff Concession Orders (to declare goods as eligible for particular tariff items). There is no expansion of scope beyond that core purpose in this version."},"complexity_factors":["Single-table, single-line instrument (one tariff line only: 8515.90.00).","Short form text with no local definitions or multiple clauses.","Cross-references to other legislation: s.269P, s.269SC, s.269SD of the Customs Act 1901 and Part III of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995.","Use of a prescribed item number (50) which requires consultation of the Customs Tariff schedule to see precise tariff consequences.","Standard administrative conditions (effectivity date, revocation mechanism) but no nested exceptions or conditional logic within the Order itself."],"plain_english_summary":"**What this instrument does**\n\n- This is a Tariff Concession Order that treats a specified imported good as eligible for a tariff concession under the Customs Tariff regime. In plain terms, it makes certain imported parts eligible to attract the lower duty (or be exempt) that applies under the listed item in the Customs Tariff Act.\n\n- The single entry in the Table names the goods as: \"PARTS, WELDER, metal inert gas torches\" and gives the customs tariff classification 8515.90.00 with the prescribed item number 50. The Order takes effect from 29 October 2004 and continues until revoked under the statutory revocation provisions.\n\n- The instrument is made under section 269P of the Customs Act 1901 by a delegate of the Chief Executive Officer (here signed by Rod Wise). That section authorises the delegate to declare that specified goods are goods to which a listed item of Part III of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995 applies.\n\n**Who it affects**\n\n- Importers and overseas exporters of the specified parts for metal inert gas (MIG) torches: they can import those parts subject to the tariff concession (lower or zero duty as specified by the referenced tariff item).\n\n- Australian firms that buy these imported parts (manufacturers, repairers, distributors) because their input costs may change.\n\n- The Australian government budget: the immediate fiscal effect is foregone tariff revenue for imports that qualify.\n\n- Domestic producers of equivalent parts: they may face increased competition from imported parts benefiting from the concession.\n\n**Why it matters (mechanics and effects)**\n\n- Mechanically, the Order identifies by description and tariff classification a product that is to be treated as falling within a specific concessional item in the Customs Tariff schedule. When import declarations are lodged with the correct tariff classification and any prescribed-item conditions are met, the concession (as set out in the referenced Part III item) applies.\n\n- Economic incentives and likely behaviour changes: the concession lowers the after-tax (after-duty) cost of importing the specified parts, which tends to increase imports of those parts or substitution away from domestic suppliers to imported parts. Businesses that use these parts see lower input costs; importers gain the direct financial benefit.\n\n- Costs, trade-offs and opportunity costs: the government loses tariff revenue on qualifying imports (a measurable budget cost). The concession may shift demand from domestic suppliers to imports (a distributional effect). There is an opportunity cost: the foregone revenues could have been used elsewhere.\n\n- Administrative and compliance implications: importers must correctly classify goods (8515.90.00) and satisfy any conditions attached to the prescribed item (item no. 50). The concession can be revoked under sections 269SC or 269SD, so eligibility can change; customs officers and importers must manage classification, documentation and potential audits.\n\n- Implementation risk and discretion: the instrument relies on cross‑references to other statutes (the Customs Tariff Act 1995 and revocation provisions in the Customs Act). That creates standard administrative discretion (to grant, refuse or later revoke concessions) and usual risks of misclassification or incorrect claims for concession.\n\n**Source's stated purpose (and testing it against effects)**\n\n- The Order itself declares the goods to be covered by a concessional tariff item (this is its stated legal purpose). If the policy aim is to lower the cost of importing repair and replacement parts for MIG welding torches (an asserted rationale often underlying such orders), the concrete effects are: reduced import duty for those parts (direct benefit to importers and users), reduced government tariff revenue (cost), and increased competitive pressure on any domestic suppliers of the same parts (trade‑off). The instrument does not itself explain broader policy trade‑offs or justify the concession beyond the legal declaration.\n\n**Key practical takeaways**\n\n- If you import, sell or use parts for MIG torches, check whether your goods meet the description and tariff classification; if they do, you may be eligible for the concession.\n\n- The concession can be revoked; keep records to support import declarations and be prepared for routine compliance checks.\n\n- The budgetary effect is a loss of tariff revenue on qualifying imports; the distributional effect is a benefit concentrated on importers and buyers of the parts with costs diffused to the public purse and potential competitive pressure on local producers.\n\n(References: Tariff Concession Order entry: description \"PARTS, WELDER, metal inert gas torches\", tariff classification 8515.90.00, item no. 50; made under s.269P Customs Act 1901; effective 29 October 2004; signed by delegate Rod Wise 7 January 2005.)"},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This is a standard, narrow tariff concession order covering a single product line. It matches the original intent of the tariff concession system — granting duty relief for specific goods where no local substitute exists. No scope creep evident."},"complexity_factors":["Single, specific product category (MIG welder torch parts)","No defined terms section","No cross-references to other legislation beyond basic enabling provisions (Customs Act 1901, Customs Tariff Act 1995)","Simple tabular format with only two columns of operative content","No conditional logic, exceptions, or nested provisions","Standard administrative template language"],"plain_english_summary":"This document is a **Tariff Concession Order** — essentially a tax break on specific imported goods.\n\n**What it does:**\n- Allows certain welding equipment parts to be imported into Australia **without paying customs duty** (or at a reduced rate)\n- Specifically covers **parts for MIG welders** (metal inert gas torches) classified under tariff code 8515.90.00\n\n**Who it affects:**\n- **Importers** bringing in welding torch parts\n- **Australian businesses** that buy these parts (they save money because the import tax is waived)\n- **Domestic manufacturers** of similar parts (they face competition from cheaper imports)\n\n**Why it matters:**\nTariff concessions are designed to help Australian industries by making imported inputs cheaper when there isn't a local manufacturer making equivalent products. In this case, someone applied for this concession, and the government agreed there was no Australian maker of these specific welding torch parts, so imports can come in duty-free.\n\nThe order took effect on **29 October 2004** and continues until revoked or a specified end date (none listed here)."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0411266","history":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0411266/history","analysis":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0411266/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0411266/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0411266/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0411266/documents"}}