This order gives importers a discount on customs duty when bringing specific food-processing equipment into Australia.
What it covers:
- Industrial vibrating machines used to shake excess oil off fried foods (like potato chips, crisps, or other deep-fried products) after cooking
- These are classified under tariff code 8438.60.00 (machinery for food manufacturing)
What it does:
- Puts these machines under Item 50 of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995
- This "tariff concession" means they can be imported at a reduced duty rate—often duty-free—instead of paying the standard import tax
Who it affects:
- Food manufacturers importing defatting equipment
- The concession has applied since 14 August 2006 and remains in force until revoked