Importing Footwear, gaiters and the like; parts of such articles from Italy into Australia (2026)

No Australia-Italy FTA exists, so MFN tariff rates apply to all Chapter 64 footwear imports, making accurate HS classification critical to avoid overpayment; Italian-made safety footwear marketed in Australia must carry AS/NZS 2210.3 certification or face product bans regardless of its premium European origin.

No FTA — MFN rates applyHS Chapter 64

Compliance requirements

⚠Ensure commercial invoice explicitly states 'Made in Italy' to satisfy MFN origin requirements at the border.
⚠If importing safety boots, confirm AS/NZS 2210.3 certification is obtained before shipment departs Italy.
⚠Declare any used or trade-show-worn samples to DAFF on arrival as biosecurity cleaning may be required.
⚠Anti-dumping measures are active on certain Chinese-origin rubber-soled footwear — check the Anti-Dumping Commission's public register before importing as dumping duties can significantly exceed the base customs duty
⚠All footwear must meet Australian Consumer Law mandatory safety and labelling standards; footwear marketed as safety boots must comply with AS/NZS 2210.3 and carry correct certification markings or importers risk product bans and recalls
⚠Biosecurity risk applies to used or second-hand footwear, which must be declared to DAFF and may require cleaning or treatment on arrival — even sample shoes worn at trade shows overseas can trigger this requirement
⚠Country of origin labelling is not mandatory for footwear under Australian law, but misleading 'Made in' claims (e.g. assembled in a third country from Chinese components) attract ACCC enforcement action under the Competition and Consumer Act
⚠Tariff classification disputes are common in this chapter — the outer sole material and upper material combination determines the correct 8-digit subheading; misclassification between 6401, 6402, 6403, and 6404 headings is a frequent ABF audit trigger
⚠No FTA exists between Australia and Italy, so MFN (general) tariff rates apply to all imported goods - no preferential Certificate of Origin is required, though a standard commercial invoice detailing country of origin is essential for tariff classification purposes
⚠Anti-dumping and countervailing measures administered by the Anti-Dumping Commission may apply to certain Italian goods such as steel reinforcing bar and hollow structural sections - importers should check the Anti-Dumping Commission register before lodging entries
⚠Electrical and electronic goods must comply with Australian mandatory standards under the Electrical Equipment Safety System (EESS) and may require ACMA registration for radio communications devices before importation
⚠Biosecurity Act 2015 requirements apply to goods containing timber, leather, natural stone, or food products such as olive oil and cured meats - these may be subject to inspection, treatment, or import permits issued by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Key documents required

commercial invoice specifying upper material, outer sole material, and intended use (critical for correct tariff classification)
bill of lading or airway bill
packing list with pairs per carton and size breakdown
AS/NZS 2210 test certificate or compliance report from accredited lab (mandatory for safety footwear marketed for occupational use)
anti-dumping certificate of origin or statutory declaration confirming country of manufacture (required where anti-dumping measures apply to Chinese-origin footwear)

Import tip

Request that your supplier specify the exact outer sole and upper composition (e.g. '100% polyurethane outer sole, textile upper') on the commercial invoice — this single step prevents ABF from holding the shipment for tariff clarification and avoids the most common classification disputes in this chapter.

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Other product categories imported from Italy

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