Aluminum casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (including rigid or collapsible tubular containers), for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of a capacity not exceeding 300 liters, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment
Aluminum casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (including rigid or collapsible tubular containers), for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of a capacity not exceeding 300 liters, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment
Imports of Other into Australia require ABF Full Import Declaration (FID). Agricultural and plant products require mandatory DAFF BICON biosecurity inspection before customs release.
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Other
MODULE 11: Australian Border Force Tariff Advice Rulings
Legally binding tariff classification decisions issued by the Australian Border Force (ABF), Part XVI Customs Act 1901 for HS 7612.90.
Query official ABF Tariff Advice classification rulings:
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Australia (ABF) general duty for Other?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Australia (ABF), Other is classified under HS 7612.90 (Heading 7612, Chapter 76). The representative AU MFN general duty rate is 5.00%.
How is HS 7612.90 distinguished within Heading 7612 (Aluminum casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (including rigid or collapsible tubular containers), for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of a capacity not exceeding 300 liters, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment)?
Heading 7612 covers Aluminum casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers (including rigid or collapsible tubular containers), for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of a capacity not exceeding 300 liters, whether or not lined or heat insulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment. Subheading 7612.90 specifically isolates Other. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 7612.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 7612.90?
Related subheadings under Heading 7612 include 7612.10. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Other into Australia?
Importers require an ABF Full Import Declaration (FID) via ICS portal, Australian Business Number (ABN), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and DAFF biosecurity clearance where applicable.
Can goods under HS 7612.90 enter duty-free under FTAs into Australia?
Yes. Goods originating in US (AUSFTA), China (ChAFTA), Japan (JAEPA), Korea (KAFTA), UK (A-UKFTA), India (AI-ECTA), or CPTPP/RCEP enter Australia duty-free or at concessional rates.
What is the Australian customs duty de minimis threshold for Other?
Consignments with a Customs Value of AUD $1,000 or less enter Australia duty-free. Low-value B2C imports are subject to 10% GST under vendor registration rules.
How can an importer obtain an ABF Tariff Advice ruling for HS 7612.90 in Australia?
Importers or customs brokers may lodge an application for an ABF Tariff Advice under Part XVI of the Customs Act 1901 for a legally binding tariff classification decision.
How is Australian GST calculated on imports of HS 7612.90?
Australia levies 10.00% GST on the Value of the Taxable Importation = customs value + customs duty + international transport + insurance. There is no US-style MPF/HMF.
What is the ABN and import declaration requirement in Australia?
Commercial importers require an Australian Business Number (ABN) and lodge an ABF Full Import Declaration (FID) via the Integrated Cargo System (ICS).
What DAFF biosecurity (BICON) controls apply to HS 7612.90 in Australia?
Imports must satisfy Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) BICON biosecurity import conditions; food, plant, and animal products require inspection and clearance.
What Australian anti-dumping or countervailing measures apply to HS 7612.90?
Importers must verify whether measures administered by the Anti-Dumping Commission apply to their specific country of origin.
How do Australian FTA preferences (AUSFTA, ChAFTA, CPTPP) apply to HS 7612.90?
Qualifying originating goods from FTA partners enter duty-free or at concessional rates with a valid Certificate/Declaration of Origin meeting the relevant Rules of Origin.
Are there entry processing fees or harbor taxes in Australia?
Beyond customs duty and 10% GST, an Import Processing Charge applies to declarations above the AUD $1,000 low-value threshold; there is no US-style MPF/HMF.
💬Ask Jack — Customs Lookup
🤖 Ask JackAutomated Tool
Deterministic customs lookup for HS 7612.90 (not legal/broker advice)
Select a quick prompt to query verified customs data for HS 7612.90 (Australia (ABF)):
🔍
Start typing to search 5,755 WCO Harmonized System subheadings...