This is a Tariff Concession Order (TCO) — an official permit that eliminates customs duties on specific imported goods that aren't made in Australia in equivalent quantities.
What it covers:
Industrial parts called flanges (disc-like connectors used to join pipes or shafts) specifically designed for coal centrifuges — heavy machinery that spins coal to remove water and impurities. These parts fall under customs classification 8421.91.90.
Who it affects:
Mining companies and equipment suppliers importing these specific flanges for coal processing operations.
What it means:
Normally, importing these parts would attract customs duty (import tax). This order declares they qualify for duty-free entry under Item 50 of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995, reducing equipment costs for the coal industry.
Duration:
Effective from 27 October 2005, the order remains in force until cancelled or replaced.