This order grants a tariff concession (a reduction or elimination of customs duty) for importing specific chemicals used in manufacturing.
What it covers:
- Chemical name: Amines, tallow alkyl, polyethoxylated, cationic emulsifiers (surfactants used in fabric softeners, detergents, and industrial applications)
- Tariff code: 3402.12.00
- Concession: Item 50 of Schedule 4 to the Customs Tariff Act 1995 (typically meaning duty-free or reduced-rate entry)
Who it affects:
Australian businesses importing these specific chemicals to manufacture products locally. Without this concession, they would pay standard customs duties, increasing production costs.
Why it matters:
The concession helps Australian manufacturers remain competitive by reducing the cost of essential chemical inputs that may not be produced locally. It took effect on 11 August 2008 and remains active until revoked.