This order removes a tariff concession (tax break) that previously allowed certain X-ray equipment parts to enter Australia without paying standard customs duties.
What it does:
- Revokes (cancels) Tariff Concession Order 0711816
- Affects specific technical parts used in X-ray beamlines (scientific/medical imaging equipment), including:
- Lead and steel laminate panels
- Structural supports and connectors made of lead and/or steel
- Assembly supports and connectors
- These goods fall under customs classification 9027.90.00
Who it affects:
- Businesses importing these specific X-ray beamline components
- The revocation applies from 23 July 2007 (backdated), meaning imports after that date no longer qualify for the concession
Why it matters:
Importers of these parts must now pay standard customs duties instead of benefiting from the previous duty exemption, potentially increasing costs for medical and scientific equipment suppliers.