What this does: This order reduces or eliminates customs duty (import tax) for a specific type of construction material.
Who it affects: Importers bringing tubular structural steel piles into Australia. These are large hollow steel tubes used as foundations for buildings, bridges, and other heavy infrastructure.
How it works: The order declares these steel piles eligible for concession treatment under Item 50 of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995. This means they qualify for a lower duty rate (often zero) compared to the standard tariff.
Key details:
- Product covered: Piles made of structural steel in tubular (hollow) form
- Customs classification: 7308.90.00
- When it started: 29 April 2008
- How long it lasts: Until revoked by the relevant authority (no fixed end date)