{"id":"F2007L02538","name":"Tariff Concession Order 0706311","slug":"tariff-concession-order-0706311","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":68181,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2007L02538-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Tariff Concession Order 0706311","content":"| TARIFF CONCESSION ORDERUnder Section 269P of the Customs Act 1901, I, Paul Mercer, a delegate of the Chief Executive Officer 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 Tariff Act 1995 specified in Column 2 of THE TABLE applies. This Order shall have effect from 01.05.07 and continue in force until revoked under sections 269SC or 269SD of the Act, or the date, if any, specified in Column 2. |\n| -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |\n\nTHE TABLE\n\n| COLUMN 1Description of Goods including theCustoms Tariff Classification | COLUMN 2Schedule 4 Item NumberLast date of effect |\n| ----------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------- |\n\n| 8429.51.90 | FRONT-END LOADERS, articulated, 4 wheel drive, havingALL of the following;(a) roll-over protection structure (ROPS) in compliance withAustralian Standard AS 2294;(b) seatbelts;(c) operating weight NOT less than 590 kg;(d) maximum travel speed greater than 10 km/h;(e) lifting capacity greater than 325 kg (Safe Working Load)Op. 01.05.07 - TC 0706311 | 50  |\n| ---------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --- |\n\n| This is page 1 of 1 Page of the above Table...Paul Mercer..........................Dated 20 July 2007 Delegate of the Chief Executive Officer |\n| --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |","sortOrder":0}],"analysis":{"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The Order, as drafted, specifies the goods covered and the Schedule 4 item that applies from 1 May 2007 and continues until revoked. The text contains no amendment, sunset date, or broadened exclusions beyond the listed technical criteria, so the operative scope matches the instrument's stated effect."},"complexity_factors":["Single, specific tariff classification: 8429.51.90 reduces interpretive complexity.","Detailed technical eligibility criteria (ROPS to AS 2294; seatbelts; weight, speed, SWL) require product verification and evidence for importers.","Statutory authority and lifecycle: declaration under s.269P with revocation governed by ss.269SC/269SD introduces administrative discretion.","Reference to external instrument (Part III, Schedule 4 item 50 of the Customs Tariff Act 1995) means effect depends on that Schedule's content.","Fixed effective date (01.05.07) but no automatic expiry date; continuation until revocation affects planning for importers and regulators."],"plain_english_summary":"This Order declares that articulated front‑end loaders meeting specific physical criteria (ROPS to AS 2294; seatbelts; operating weight ≥590 kg; top speed >10 km/h; safe working load >325 kg) are goods to which Part III, Schedule 4 item 50 of the Customs Tariff Act 1995 applies, effective 1 May 2007. It is made under s.269P by a delegate of the Chief Executive Officer and continues until revoked under ss.269SC/269SD. Importers must ensure machines meet the listed specifications to be covered."},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"This is a standard, narrow tariff concession order of the type routinely made under the Customs Act 1901. It applies only to the specific goods described (articulated front-end loaders meeting defined criteria) and does not expand beyond the original purpose of granting duty concessions for particular imported equipment."},"complexity_factors":["Single, narrow product category (front-end loaders with specific technical specifications)","Only 5 technical conditions to satisfy, all using straightforward criteria (weight, speed, capacity, safety standards)","No cross-references to other legislation beyond the empowering Customs Act 1901 and Customs Tariff Act 1995","No defined terms section — all language is technical but self-explanatory","Single-page document with tabular format","No conditional logic, exceptions, or nested provisions"],"plain_english_summary":"This Tariff Concession Order makes certain articulated 4WD front-end loaders eligible for a reduced import duty rate if they meet specified safety and performance criteria. \n\nIt affects importers (lower customs duty), Australian buyers (potentially lower equipment costs), and domestic manufacturers (increased competition), helping construction, mining and agricultural businesses access cheaper qualifying machinery. The order took effect 1 May 2007 and remains until revoked or replaced."},"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"}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0706311","history":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0706311/history","analysis":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0706311/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0706311/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0706311/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/tariff-concession-order-0706311/documents"}}