What this is: A Tariff Concession Order (TCO) that cuts the import tax on specific industrial equipment used in alumina refineries.
What it covers: Silencers and ventilation equipment designed specifically for boilers in alumina plants (classified under tariff code 8404.90.00).
What it does: Allows importers to bring this equipment into Australia under Item 50 of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995. This means they pay concessional customs duties (often duty-free) instead of the standard tariff rate that would normally apply to these goods.
Who benefits: Companies operating alumina processing plants who need to import replacement or new boiler venting and noise-reduction equipment.
Key details: The concession took effect on 9 February 2006 and remains in force until revoked or replaced.