What this does:
This order allows businesses to import air-cooled chillers with screw compressors (classified under tariff code 8418.61.00) at a reduced or zero customs duty rate.
Who it affects:
Importers of industrial refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment—specifically large cooling systems used in commercial buildings, data centres, or manufacturing facilities.
How it works:
Normally, imported goods attract import duty (tariff). This order applies Item 50 of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995 to these specific chillers, granting them concessional treatment. The concession took effect on 11 September 2006 and remains active until cancelled.
Why it matters:
This lowers costs for businesses importing this specific technology. Tariff concessions are typically granted when comparable goods are not manufactured locally in Australia.