The China-Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) improves Australia’s access to our largest trading partner. Australia is one of only a handful of developed countries to conclude a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with China, giving our businesses a competitive advantage.
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Rules of Origin and Implementation Procedures
All shipments applying for the CHINA FREE TRADE, MUST have the correct documentation.
You will need to ensure you have a Certificate of Origin that is Certified by an authorised body.
IMPORTS –
1/General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ)
2/ The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade
EXPORTS –
1/ The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI)
2/ The Australian Industry Group (AIG)
3/ The Australian Grape and Wine Authority
Without the correct documentation, the reduced or free tariff rate cannot apply.
Please view the sample of a Certificate of Origin, step-by-step guide which seeks to assist Australian exporters and importers, and their customers, in taking advantage of preferential tariff treatment under ChAFTA, as well as details on the Rules of Origin and Implementation Procedures.
Should you require any further information, please contact our office.