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Importing Aluminium and articles thereof from Ukraine into Australia (2026)

No Australia-Ukraine FTA exists, so full MFN tariff rates apply to all Chapter 76 aluminium goods; importers must obtain Ukrainian-origin commercial invoices and packing lists clearly evidencing Ukrainian manufacture to satisfy ABF requirements and avoid any risk of being caught by anti-dumping measures targeting Chinese-origin aluminium extrusions transshipped through third countries.

No FTA — MFN rates applyHS Chapter 76

Compliance requirements

  • Verify Ukrainian origin with a manufacturer certificate of origin to rule out Chinese-sourced extrusions re-routed via Ukraine.
  • Check the Anti-Dumping Commission register before contracting: ADN 2010/37 extrusion measures do not currently target Ukraine but confirm no new measures apply.
  • If importing aluminium composite panels for building facades, confirm NCC fire performance compliance before shipment to avoid ABF referral to state regulators.
  • Australia has active anti-dumping measures on aluminium extrusions from China (ADN 2010/37 and subsequent reviews) — importers must check the Anti-Dumping Commission register before contracting, as interim dumping duties can apply retrospectively and stack on top of Customs duty
  • Aluminium composite panels (ACP) used in building facades must comply with the National Construction Code (NCC) fire performance requirements; since the Greystone/Lacrosse incidents, state building authorities audit cladding imports and ABF may refer suspect product to state regulators
  • Country of origin for FTA preference claims on aluminium products requires careful scrutiny — Chinese-origin extrusions processed through a third country (e.g., Vietnam or Malaysia) must meet RCEP or AANZFTA change-in-tariff-heading rules and be supported by a valid back-to-back or manufacturer's certificate of origin
  • Timber or organic packing material used with aluminium shipments (e.g., wooden dunnage, pallets) requires ISPM-15 treated timber or DAFF biosecurity clearance — non-compliant wood packaging can trigger costly treatment or destruction orders at the border
  • Aluminium electrical conductors and cable products may require compliance with Australian Standards (AS/NZS 1125, AS/NZS 3000 series) and ACMA registration if they incorporate connectors or termination hardware — confirm with the relevant state electrical safety regulator before importing
  • No FTA exists between Australia and Ukraine so full MFN (general) tariff rates apply to all goods; importers should obtain a commercial invoice and packing list clearly stating Ukrainian origin to satisfy ABF documentary requirements
  • Anti-dumping and countervailing measures are in force or have historically applied to certain Ukrainian steel and iron products including hot-rolled coil and wire rod; check the Australian Anti-Dumping Commission register before importing goods under HS chapters 72 and 73
  • Biosecurity requirements under the Biosecurity Act 2015 are strict for Ukrainian grain, oilseeds, timber and wooden packaging; wooden pallets and crating must comply with ISPM 15 heat treatment standards and DAFF may require import permits or treatment on arrival for plant-based commodities
  • Goods subject to Australian product safety and technical standards such as electrical equipment, machinery and consumer products must meet ACMA technical regulations or relevant Australian Standards (AS/NZS) prior to importation, and some goods may require mandatory safety declarations or supplier registration with the ACCC product safety portal

Key documents required

  • commercial invoice clearly stating alloy grade, temper designation (e.g., 6063-T5), dimensions, and unit weight — essential for correct tariff classification and anti-dumping assessment
  • mill test certificate (MTC) / material test report confirming chemical composition and mechanical properties, required by most downstream manufacturers and sometimes requested by ABF to verify classification
  • certificate of origin (preferential, e.g., RCEP Form or ChAFTA CO) issued by an authorised body in the exporting country to access concessional duty rates
  • Anti-Dumping Commission dumping duty deposit or exemption documentation if goods are subject to measures (particularly Chinese-origin extrusions)
  • packing list and bill of lading or airway bill with full container/package details including gross and net weights per line item

Import tip

Lodge a tariff classification ruling request with the ABF before your first shipment of aluminium extrusions or composite panels — given the active anti-dumping landscape and NCC cladding scrutiny, having a binding ruling on classification and a confirmed dumping duty position protects you from retrospective liability that can exceed the value of the goods themselves.

Calculate the total landed cost for Chapter 76 goods from Ukraine — duty, GST, IPC, and biosecurity included.

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