As an importer, if you fail to comply with Restricted Commodities Regulations and those under the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service, there can be serious consequences for you or your business. It is important that all importers fully understand these AQIS regulations to avoid any penalties with goods being held up at a later stage. Currently, we have a number of clients we are assisting in this area to help them understand how to apply with their specific import requirements. 

As an importer, it is vital that you calculate your taxes, duties, and even special items duties. This is something you will need continuously check though the ABF website, as regulations do change. You can also use our Import Calculator to get a rough idea on fees. 

There are several associations or organizations that can recommend the best freight forwarder for you. You can look up associations representing the freight forwarding industry. In Australia, The International Forwarders And Customs Brokers Association is known as the country’s top national body, and it functions to make sure that there is an adequate representation of the members and their interests in the field of international trade logistics. For you to make importing easier, it is important that you check the necessary documents needed. You can either refer to the ABF website, or you can contact us for the correct documents for your situation.  

There are plenty of things included in this category, including footwear, automotive parts, food products, paintings and many more. It’s best to ask a customs clearance broker first about the details of each product before purchase. 

When an importer fails to declare one or some of its products upon arriving into AU Customs, whether they are aware about needing to declare the certain item or not, they will be penalised. Remember that it is a crucial rule for all importers to declare all products upon arrival during the custom’s clearance process. This is another reason why a professional customs clearance broker can add value and peace of mind with your imports. We are consistently on the front foot of any regulation changes to make sure your packages don’t get held up or worse, penalised and fined.  

If you’re importing a product and do not know its correct classification, it would be best to check with us first on which tariff sub classification your goods should fall under before proceeding on placing an order on any products from overseas suppliers or manufacturers. In order for AU Customs authorities to correctly assess the customs duty and other taxes payable by you, product classifications are needed before they can determine what rate of import duty applies to your product/s. 

Australia has various trade agreements with different countries. These agreements make it possible for importers to bring certain goods into Australia at a lower tax rate, or even zero duty rates if the product/s are covered by an Australian quota. If you fail to understand which quota’s applicable on your products before importing them, then you will incur more costs than necessary once they arrive at Australia Customs. This is why it really pays that prior to ordering any products overseas, get in touch with us so we can help you get all things ready and done properly before go ahead with the purchase. 

You should not forget about these types of items imported into Australia because penalties may apply if the regulations aren’t followed. If you’re not sure what’s regulated and how to correctly import these items, then it is best that you discuss with us first before making a purchase or importing anything into Australia for yourself or your company. 

There are also goods that cannot be brought in at all, such as weapons, drugs and even baby formula. If you try bringing any of these types of products into Australia without prior approval from Australian Customs authorities, there will be serious penalties should they get caught by officers along the way. 

It is important that importers always declare the correct price on their invoice when declaring the value of an imported product. If you’re not sure about the correct way to declare the value, then it would be best that you contact a customs clearance broker first before making a submission on importing a certain product into Australia. 

Regardless of whether or not you are required by AU Customs authorities to maintain and produce records for certain imported products, we believe that these should always be kept in case problems arise later on with your imported goods. It is important for all importers to understand how long they need to keep such records so as not to get caught short at a later stage. We provide comprehensive records for all of our clients which can be access anytime on our online portal. We can also provide these records to AU Customs on your behalf should they ask for them at any point. 

Freight Forwarders Brisbane are considered as a reliable companion in clearing Australia Customs for you because we have been doing these kinds of services for almost 10 years and counting. This makes us more than capable to keep your freight needs moving successfully and efficiently.