Importing Ores, slag and ash from Peru into Australia (2026)

Peruvian mineral ores and concentrates imported under CPTPP preferential rates require a valid Certificate of Origin or Origin Declaration from the Peruvian exporter, while simultaneously triggering mandatory DAFF biosecurity inspection for soil and organic contamination that can delay or prohibit clearance regardless of tariff status.

✓ FTA Active: CPTPPHS Chapter 26

Free Trade Agreement

Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership

Chapter 26 goods originating in Peru may qualify for preferential duty rates under CPTPP. Goods must meet the rules of origin and be accompanied by a valid certificate of origin.

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Compliance requirements

⚠Obtain a CPTPP Certificate of Origin or Origin Declaration from the Peruvian exporter before shipment to secure preferential tariff rates.
⚠Engage DAFF pre-arrival to assess biosecurity risk for soil contamination in Peruvian ores and arrange mandatory inspection logistics.
⚠Check if the ore contains NORM such as monazite or zircon and notify ARPANSA or the relevant state radiation authority before import.
⚠DAFF biosecurity: all mineral ores and concentrates must be assessed for soil and organic contamination — unprocessed or partially processed ores frequently trigger mandatory biosecurity inspection and may require treatment or re-export if soil is present
⚠Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act permits may be required if the ore or concentrate contains or is associated with listed hazardous substances or is derived from environmentally sensitive operations
⚠Radioactive mineral ores (e.g., monazite, some ilmenite and zircon concentrates) may contain naturally occurring radioactive material (NORM) and require ARPANSA notification or state radiation authority approvals before import and handling
⚠Anti-dumping measures: while rare under Ch 26, importers should check the ABF Anti-Dumping Commission register — certain processed mineral products can attract dumping duties if classification boundaries with Ch 28 are disputed
⚠State-level dangerous goods and explosives regulations may apply to sulphide-bearing concentrates (e.g., copper, zinc sulphide concentrates) which can self-heat in transit — Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and IMDG compliance documentation must accompany the shipment
⚠A CPTPP Certificate of Origin or Origin Declaration must be provided by the Peruvian exporter to claim preferential tariff rates under the CPTPP; goods must meet applicable Rules of Origin requirements
⚠All fresh, chilled or frozen fish, seafood and agricultural products from Peru are subject to mandatory biosecurity inspection and may require import permits under the Biosecurity Act 2015; treatment or certification may be required for timber and wood products
⚠Organic produce and food products must comply with Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) requirements and labelling standards under the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code, including country of origin labelling
⚠Imports of gold, silver and jewellery may be subject to scrutiny under AML/CTF reporting obligations, and all commercial imports must be lodged via a full Import Declaration in the Integrated Cargo System (ICS) for consignments valued over AUD 1,000

Key documents required

commercial invoice with precise ore type, grade, moisture content and weight basis (wet/dry metric tonnes)
certificate of analysis (assay certificate) from an accredited laboratory confirming mineral composition and grade
bill of lading or charter party bill noting commodity classification and gross/net weight
DAFF biosecurity import permit or pre-arrival biosecurity declaration where soil presence is possible
ARPANSA or state radiation authority notification or clearance letter for NORM-bearing mineral concentrates

Import tip

Request the assay certificate and weight survey report from the load port before vessel arrival — ABF and DAFF use these to pre-assess classification and biosecurity risk, which can significantly reduce port hold times and demurrage costs on bulk shipments.

Calculate the total landed cost for Chapter 26 goods from Peru — duty, GST, IPC, and biosecurity included.

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Other product categories imported from Peru

Ch.3Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates Ch.9Coffee, tea, maté and spices Ch.8Edible fruit and nuts; peel of citrus fruit or melons Ch.71Natural or cultured pearls, precious or semi-precious stones, precious metals, metals clad with precious metal and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin Ch.62Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted Ch.76Aluminium and articles thereof