Australia (ABF) Customs Directory
Browse all 5,755 HS-6 subheadings across 98 chapters and 21 WCO sections โ complete with 2026 Australia Working Tariff Schedule (ABF) duties, 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST), valuation bases, and binding customs rulings.
Australia (ABF) Tariff & Clearance Summary
WCO Tariff Sections (21 Sections)
Sections I through XXILive Animals; Animal Products
Vegetable Products
Animal or Vegetable Fats & Oils
Prepared Foodstuffs; Beverages; Tobacco
Mineral Products
Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries
Plastics & Articles Thereof; Rubber
Raw Hides, Skins, Leather & Furskins
Wood & Articles of Wood; Charcoal
Pulp of Wood; Paper & Paperboard
Textiles & Textile Articles
Footwear, Headgear, Umbrellas & Artificial Flowers
Articles of Stone, Plaster, Cement & Glass
Natural or Cultured Pearls, Precious Metals & Jewelry
Base Metals & Articles of Base Metal
Machinery & Mechanical Appliances; Electrical Equipment
Vehicles, Aircraft, Vessels & Transport Equipment
Optical, Photographic, Medical & Precision Instruments
Arms & Ammunition; Parts & Accessories
Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles
Works of Art, Collectorsโ Pieces & Antiques
Full Tariff Chapter Directory (All 98 Chapters)
Every chapter linked ยท โค2 clicks to any codeFrequently Asked Questions: Australia (ABF) Tariff Schedule
How many total HS codes exist in the Australia (ABF) tariff database?
hscodedb.com indexes all 5,755 universal WCO 6-digit Harmonized System subheadings for Australia (ABF), structured across 98 chapters and 21 WCO sections, alongside full national 8, 9, or 10-digit tariff extensions.
How do I search for a specific HS code or product in Australia (ABF)?
Use the prominent search bar at the top of this hub page or press Ctrl + K anywhere on the site. You can query by 6-digit code (e.g. 0901.11) or product keyword (e.g. coffee, t-shirt, laptop).
What is the valuation basis for Australia (ABF) customs duty calculation?
Australia (ABF) duty calculation is assessed on a FOB Value (Export Port) basis under official customs valuation rules.
What is the de minimis duty-free threshold for Australia (ABF)?
Shipments entering Australia (ABF) under A$1,000 duty-free threshold may qualify for duty-free entry provisions.
What import tax or VAT applies to imports in Australia (ABF)?
Imports into Australia (ABF) are subject to 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST) in addition to statutory customs duties.
Which customs authority issues official classification rulings in Australia (ABF)?
Official binding tariff rulings in Australia (ABF) are administered by Australian Border Force (ABF) via ABF Tariff Advice Rulings (Part XVI).
Are tariff rates updated for 2026 under Australia (ABF) customs schedules?
Yes. All statutory duty schedules, tariff lines, and trade remedy overlays for Australia (ABF) are aligned with verified 2026 official publications.
What entry documentation is required to clear commercial shipments into Australia (ABF)?
Commercial entry requires a Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading (B/L), and official entry declaration submitted to Australian Border Force (ABF).
Can I calculate total landed costs including duty, shipping, and VAT for Australia (ABF)?
Yes. Use our dedicated Australia (ABF) Duty & Tax Calculator โ to calculate landed costs, duties, processing fees, and sales taxes.
Does Australia (ABF) enforce preferential tariff rates under free trade agreements (FTAs)?
Yes. Eligible goods with valid Certificates of Origin qualify for preferential tariff treatment under Australia (ABF)'s active free trade agreements.