What this does: This order removes a previous tax break (tariff concession) on imported equipment used to make biodiesel.
Who it affects: Businesses importing "biodiesel transesterification plant" — specifically equipment sets that include both separators and frequency converters, classified under tariff code 8419.89.90.
What it means: Importers of this specific equipment will now have to pay standard customs duties (import taxes) instead of benefiting from the concession (Order No. 0512086) that had been in place since September 2005. The change took effect on 20 February 2006.
Why it matters: This increases the cost of importing biodiesel manufacturing equipment, which may affect renewable fuel producers and investment in biofuel processing facilities.