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Importing Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles from Ukraine into Australia (2026)

Australia has no FTA with Ukraine, meaning full MFN tariff rates apply to all Chapter 85 electrical goods; importers must simultaneously satisfy ABF documentary requirements proving Ukrainian origin and register products on the EESS portal before importation, with Level 3 devices such as power supplies and chargers requiring RECB certification prior to arrival.

No FTA — MFN rates applyHS Chapter 85

Compliance requirements

  • ⚠Obtain a commercial invoice explicitly stating Ukrainian origin to meet ABF documentation requirements at clearance.
  • ⚠Register all in-scope electrical equipment on the EESS portal and secure RECB certification for Level 3 products before shipment.
  • ⚠Confirm any Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cellular-enabled devices carry a compliant RCM mark to avoid ABF seizure under the Radiocommunications Act 1992.
  • ⚠All electrical goods sold or supplied in Australia must comply with the Electrical Equipment Safety System (EESS); responsible suppliers must register products and themselves on the EESS portal before import or sale, with Level 3 equipment (e.g. power supplies, chargers) requiring certification by a Recognised External Certification Body (RECB)
  • ⚠ACMA regulates radiofrequency devices including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular products — these must comply with the Radiocommunications Act 1992 and carry a compliant RCM mark; importing non-compliant RF devices can result in ABF seizure at the border
  • ⚠Solar panels and inverters are subject to the Clean Energy Council (CEC) approved product list requirements for any installation claiming Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) under the RET scheme — products not on the CEC list lose rebate eligibility, which directly affects resale value
  • ⚠Lithium battery shipments are subject to IATA/IMDG dangerous goods regulations for air and sea freight; misclassification of state of charge or watt-hour ratings is a common compliance failure that triggers re-inspection and delays at Australian ports
  • ⚠Anti-dumping measures are actively maintained on certain goods including aluminium extrusions and solar panels originating from China — importers should check the Anti-Dumping Commission's public register as dumping duties can add 5–40% to landed cost and apply retrospectively during investigation periods
  • ⚠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 with full technical specifications including model number, wattage, voltage, and country of manufacture
  • EESS supplier registration confirmation and product registration certificate (for in-scope electrical equipment)
  • RCM Declaration of Conformity and test reports from an accredited laboratory (for RF and electrical products)
  • certificate of origin (mandatory for FTA preferential tariff claims, e.g. Form E for ChAFTA, back-to-back COO for RCEP)
  • dangerous goods declaration and MSDS/SDS for lithium battery shipments

Import tip

When importing solar inverters or battery systems that may be subject to both EESS registration and CEC listing requirements, engage a compliance consultant before the shipment departs — retrofitting compliance documentation after goods arrive in a bonded warehouse is significantly more expensive than pre-shipment testing, and ABF can direct destruction of non-compliant goods.

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Other product categories imported from Ukraine

Ch.72Iron and steelCh.73Articles of iron or steelCh.10CerealsCh.15Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxesCh.84Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereofCh.44Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal