What this does
This order cancels a previous import duty discount for a specific type of rubber mat.
Who it affects
Businesses importing nitrile rubber mats with solid raised dimpled studs (falling under customs tariff code 4016.91.00).
The change
Under the previous Tariff Concession Order 0100539 (in place since 18 January 2001), these mats could enter Australia without paying the usual customs duty. This revocation removes that benefit effective 15 May 2008, meaning importers must now pay standard duties on these goods.
Why it matters
This increases the cost of importing these specific industrial mats, affecting businesses that rely on this particular product (commonly used in commercial kitchens, factories, or wet areas for slip resistance).