This order removes a previous tax break (tariff concession) on importing plasterboard manufacturing equipment.
Specifically, it revokes Tariff Concession Order 0514904, which previously allowed certain industrial machinery to enter Australia without paying standard import duties.
What goods are affected?
The revocation applies to complete plasterboard production plants (classified under tariff code 8479.89.90), including:
- Gypsum calcining mills
- Ball mill accelerators
- Plaster mixers
- Rotary coolers
- Coaters and formers
- Wet end and dry end transfer handlers
- Gas-fired driers
- Billet formers
What does this mean?
From 27 July 2011, importers of this equipment must pay normal customs duties instead of enjoying the previous duty-free concession. This effectively raises costs for businesses importing plasterboard manufacturing plant.
Who made this?
Michael Perry, acting as a delegate of the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Customs Service.