What this does: This order grants a customs duty concession (typically duty-free entry) for specific high-wear parts used in underground mining and tunnelling equipment.
Who it affects: Importers of tungsten carbide picks and scraper blades that are used in road headers and tunnelling machines (falling under customs tariff classification 8207.13.00).
Why it matters: It reduces the cost of importing these specialized, heavy-duty components that wear out quickly during excavation work. To benefit, importers must show these specific parts are not being produced locally in substitutable form—a standard test under Australia’s Tariff Concession System.
Key details:
- Covered goods: Only the two specific part types listed above (tungsten carbide picks OR scraper blades)
- Tariff treatment: Enters under Schedule 4, Item 50 of the Customs Tariff Act 1995 (the standard concession item)
- Effective date: 27 June 2007
- Duration: Remains in force until revoked or replaced