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Importing Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin from France into Australia (2026)

Australia has no FTA with France, so MFN tariff rates apply to all Chapter 71 goods; the most critical compliance obligation for this combination is identifying whether shipments contain rough diamonds requiring a Kimberley Process Certificate, CITES-controlled materials such as coral or ivory in vintage French pieces, or precious metals valued above AUD 10,00 triggering AUSTRAC reporting obligations.

No FTA — MFN rates applyHS Chapter 71

Compliance requirements

  • ⚠Scrutinise French antique or vintage jewellery for coral, ivory, or tortoiseshell and secure CITES permits before shipment.
  • ⚠If precious metal content exceeds AUD 10,00, prepare AUSTRAC threshold transaction reporting prior to customs entry lodgement.
  • ⚠Ensure commercial invoice from French exporter itemises each piece with material composition, weight, and declared value in AUD.
  • ⚠Rough diamonds must be accompanied by a Kimberley Process Certificate (KPC) under the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 — entry will be refused without it regardless of declared value
  • ⚠Gold and precious metals above AUD 10,000 in value may trigger AUSTRAC cash transaction reporting obligations on the importer or their agent
  • ⚠Antique jewellery or items containing wildlife-derived materials (coral, ivory, tortoiseshell) require a CITES permit under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 — commonly overlooked on vintage pieces
  • ⚠Imitation jewellery containing nickel in components that contact skin may face product safety scrutiny under the Australian Consumer Law; no formal standard currently mandates testing but liability exposure exists if consumer harm occurs
  • ⚠No duty-free concession under ITCA applies automatically to all Chapter 71 goods — general rate for most jewellery is free, but some articles clad with precious metal attract 5% duty; always verify the specific 8-digit tariff classification before assuming a nil rate
  • ⚠No FTA exists between Australia and France, so MFN (general) tariff rates apply to all goods; a commercial invoice and packing list are required but no preferential certificate of origin is needed for duty purposes
  • ⚠Alcoholic beverages including wine and spirits (Chapter 22) are subject to Australian Border Force import permits and must comply with Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) labelling requirements including country of origin and allergen declarations
  • ⚠Cosmetics, perfumes and pharmaceutical goods (Chapters 30 and 33) must meet Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) or NICNAS/AICIS registration requirements before importation, and French CE marking alone is not accepted as proof of Australian compliance
  • ⚠Biosecurity Act 2015 controls apply to any goods containing animal or plant material including leather goods, wooden components, natural cork and floral products, which may require biosecurity inspection or treatment on arrival in Australia

Key documents required

  • commercial invoice with precise stone specifications (carat weight, cut, colour, clarity) and metal fineness (e.g. 18ct, 925 sterling)
  • Kimberley Process Certificate (mandatory for rough diamonds — both exporter and importer country certificates required)
  • CITES import/export permit (for coral, ivory or other wildlife-derived materials in vintage or antique pieces)
  • gemological laboratory certificate (GIA, IGI or equivalent) for high-value loose diamonds or coloured stones — speeds ABF valuation
  • insurance certificate or declared customs value statement for high-value shipments, as ABF frequently queries undervaluation on jewellery consignments

Import tip

Request a detailed breakdown of stone weights, metal weights and labour costs on the supplier invoice before shipment — ABF routinely queries jewellery valuation and having this breakdown on the original commercial invoice avoids costly amendments, delays and potential under-valuation investigations after lodgement.

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