What documents are required to import HS 85198110 into Australia?

Typically required: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading / airway bill, certificate of origin (for preferential rates). Confirm latest requirements with Australian Border Force Customs Tariff.

What FTA preferential rates apply to HS 85198110 in Australia?

Australia offers 2 FTA preferential rates for this HS (e.g. RCEP / ACFTA / China-ASEAN). Rates vary by origin country — see detail page "FTA Preferences" section.

How to calculate landed cost for importing HS 85198110 into Australia?

Use CIF (goods + freight + insurance) × Free = import duty. Then add VAT/GST = landed cost. Treayo provides an online calculator at https://treayo.com/en/calculator/australia.

WCO classification path

Chapter85Electrical machinery; electronics
Heading8519Sound recording or reproducing apparatus
Subheading851981Using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media
National85198110Transcribing machines

85198110

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What is the Australia import tariff for HS 85198110 (Transcribing machines)?

Quick answer: Australia General rate for HS 85198110 is Free. 2 FTA preferential rate(s) available.

"Transcribing machines"

HS code 85198110 (Chapter 85 "Electrical machinery; electronics"; Heading 8519 "Sound recording or reproducing apparatus"; Subheading 851981 "Using magnetic, optical or semiconductor media") under the Australia tariff schedule classifies "Transcribing machines". Australia customs apply General rate of Free. Statutory unit of measure: No. 2 free trade agreement preferential rates are available for this code.

Tariff Schedule

Classification	Rate	Legal
一般税率 General rate	Free	Official tariff schedule

FTA Preferential Rates

2 agreements available · certificate of origin required

Agreement	Rate	Effective	Regulation
IA-CEPA	Free	2020-01-01	—
ChAFTA	Free	2019-01-01	—

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