Importing Iron and steel from India into Australia (2026)

Importing Chapter 72 iron and steel from India under AIECTA can attract preferential duty rates, but importers must first verify with the Anti-Dumping Commission register whether active dumping or countervailing duty measures apply to the specific product, as these override FTA benefits and significantly affect landed cost calculations.

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Free Trade Agreement

Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement

Chapter 72 goods originating in India may qualify for preferential duty rates under AIECTA. Goods must meet the rules of origin and be accompanied by a valid certificate of origin.

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Compliance requirements

⚠Obtain a valid COO from India's Export Inspection Council before shipment to claim AIECTA preferential tariff rates.
⚠Check the ABF Anti-Dumping Commission register for active measures on Indian hot-rolled coil and rebar before ordering.
⚠Request detailed mill certificates confirming grade compliance with relevant AS/NZS standards prior to Australian border clearance.
⚠Anti-dumping and countervailing duties are a major risk for Chapter 72 — Australia has active measures on hot-rolled steel coil, rebar, and other products from China, South Korea, Taiwan, and other origins; always check the ABF Anti-Dumping Commission register before importing
⚠Steel products used in certain structural or pressure-vessel applications may need to comply with Australian Standards (e.g. AS/NZS 3678, AS 1163) and failure to declare non-conforming grades can trigger hold or seizure at the border
⚠Rebar and structural steel from some origins are subject to both dumping duty and countervailing duty simultaneously — importers must provide detailed mill certificates and country-of-origin evidence to correctly calculate landed cost
⚠DAFF biosecurity requirements apply to steel arriving with residual soil, biological material, or timber dunnage/packaging — ensure goods are clean and declare all packaging materials accurately to avoid treatment or destruction orders
⚠The Australian Steel Institute and some state government procurement policies require domestic preference for certain public infrastructure projects, which can affect whether imported steel may be used on government-funded contracts even if customs-cleared
⚠A Certificate of Origin (COO) issued by an authorised Indian body such as the Export Inspection Council must be presented to claim preferential AIECTA duty rates at the Australian border
⚠Anti-dumping and countervailing duties apply to several Indian steel products including hot-rolled coil and reinforcing bar - importers must check the Anti-Dumping Commission register before shipment
⚠Pharmaceutical and chemical imports from India must comply with TGA registration requirements and Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) approvals where applicable
⚠Biosecurity declarations and inspections are mandatory for textiles, garments, leather goods, spices, and any goods with organic material that may carry pest or disease risk under the Biosecurity Act 2015

Key documents required

commercial invoice with full mill details, steel grade, chemical composition, and dimensions
mill test certificate (MTC) confirming compliance with nominated standard (e.g. AS/NZS, ASTM, EN, JIS)
bill of lading or sea waybill
certificate of origin (essential for FTA preferential rate claims and anti-dumping origin verification)
Anti-Dumping Commission show cause notice response documentation (if goods are subject to an investigation or interim measures)

Import tip

Always obtain the mill test certificate before shipment departs — ABF and the Anti-Dumping Commission frequently request this document to verify origin and grade, and delays in producing it post-arrival can result in costly storage charges at the wharf while goods are held pending assessment.

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