This order gives a customs duty discount (tariff concession) to businesses importing specific industrial cooling equipment.
What it covers:
- Water-cooled chillers (industrial refrigeration units) with a cooling capacity of at least 80 kilowatts
- Classified under customs code 8418.69.00
What it means:
Importers of this equipment can bring it into Australia under Item 50 of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995. This typically means paying reduced or zero customs duty compared to the standard rate.
Who it affects:
Businesses importing large-scale cooling systems for commercial buildings, industrial processes, or manufacturing facilities.
Key details:
- Made on 29 September 2006 by a delegate of the Customs CEO under section 269P of the Customs Act 1901
- Effective from 10 July 2006
- Remains in force until revoked under sections 269SC or 269SD