What this does: This order cancels (revokes) a previous decision that allowed specific dairy processing equipment to be imported into Australia duty-free.
Who it affects: Importers of reverse osmosis plants used for skim milk membrane filtration. The equipment covered includes the complete plant with frames, pumps, tanks, and membranes (falling under customs classification 8421.22.00).
What changes: From 27 July 2011, businesses importing this equipment must pay standard customs duties. The original tariff concession (granted in January 2009) no longer applies.
Why it matters: This protects local Australian manufacturers by ensuring imported dairy processing equipment faces the same customs duties as domestically produced equivalents. The revocation typically occurs when the local industry demonstrates it can manufacture similar goods.